The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€101
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
39
Distance
319 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 39 trains that leave Newark, NJ for Washington, DC on Wed, Feb 25, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 25 the direct trains cover the 319 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
On Wed, Feb 25 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
109 Northeast Regional
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153 Northeast Regional
143 Northeast Regional
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2233 Acela
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2255 Acela
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143 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Newark, NJ to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 319 km
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€62 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €150 Average price |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Newark, NJ to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Washington, DC trains for today, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89 Palmetto | 11:19 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h17 | 2:36 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
155 Northeast Regional | 2:25 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h16 | 5:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
99 Northeast Regional | 6:35 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 9:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 7:06 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h14 | 10:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
161 Northeast Regional | 7:11 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h09 | 10:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 7:20 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h27 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 7:50 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h30 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:21 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h07 | 11:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
87 Northeast Regional | 8:26 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h02 | 11:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 9:24 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h16 | 12:40 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
163 Northeast Regional | 9:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h11 | 12:40 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2255 Acela | 10:14 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 2h48 | 1:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 10:22 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h21 | 1:43 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
159 Northeast Regional | 10:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h16 | 1:43 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 25 | |||||
107 Northeast Regional | 12:28 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h06 | 3:34 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 1:18 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 3h20 | 4:38 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
165 Northeast Regional | 1:23 AM Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ | 3h15 | 4:38 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 4:41 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 7h13 | 11:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:42 AM Newark, NJ | 6h47 | 11:29 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC
Trains from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 41 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 319 km distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 319 km |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 41 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Newark, NJ and Washington, DC from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
- 24/7 Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the airport with various options for short-term and long-term stays.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
- Hilton Newark Airport
- Renaissance Newark Airport Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is part of the Newark Liberty International Airport complex, connected by AirTrain to terminals and parking.
- AirTrain: Connects to airport terminals
- NJ Transit: Services to New York Penn Station and Newark Penn Station
- Amtrak: Northeast Regional services
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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