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Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to New York, NY

Showing times and prices for Dec 03

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak66 Northeast Regional
10:00PM4h12
Union Station, Washington, DC
02:12AMPenn Station, New York, NY
531One-way
0 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak138 Northeast Regional
06:35PM3h42
Union Station, Washington, DC
10:17PMPenn Station, New York, NY
611One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak186 Northeast Regional
08:30PM3h20
Union Station, Washington, DC
11:50PMPenn Station, New York, NY
861One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak178 Northeast Regional
04:02PM3h26
Union Station, Washington, DC
07:28PMPenn Station, New York, NY
861One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak198 Northeast Regional
09:15PM3h30
Union Station, Washington, DC
12:45AMPenn Station, New York, NY
861One-way
0 transfers

Washington, DC to New York, NY train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 3
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak
2150 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2150 Acela
05:00AM Union Station, Washington, DC2h48 07:48AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
170 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 170 Northeast Regional
05:05AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h22 08:27AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2152 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2152 Acela
06:00AM Union Station, Washington, DC2h48 08:48AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
130 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 130 Northeast Regional
06:30AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h32 10:02AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2154 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2154 Acela
07:00AM Union Station, Washington, DC2h52 09:52AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
172 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 172 Northeast Regional
07:10AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h35 10:45AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
112 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 112 Northeast Regional
07:45AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h29 11:14AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
56 Vermonter
AmtrakAmtrak | 56 Vermonter
08:10AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h11 11:21AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
86 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 86 Northeast Regional
08:50AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h22 12:12PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2162 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2162 Acela
09:30AM Union Station, Washington, DC2h54 12:24PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
182 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 182 Northeast Regional
09:35AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h21 12:56PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
114 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 114 Northeast Regional
10:10AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h26 01:36PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2108 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2108 Acela
10:30AM Union Station, Washington, DC2h50 01:20PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
174 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 174 Northeast Regional
10:35AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h39 02:14PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
84 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 84 Northeast Regional
11:10AM Union Station, Washington, DC3h24 02:34PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
134 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 134 Northeast Regional
12:05PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h15 03:20PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2166 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2166 Acela
12:57PM Union Station, Washington, DC2h50 03:47PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
184 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 184 Northeast Regional
01:25PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h25 04:50PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2168 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2168 Acela
02:00PM Union Station, Washington, DC2h48 04:48PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
94 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 94 Northeast Regional
02:05PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h19 05:24PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
20 Crescent
AmtrakAmtrak | 20 Crescent
02:35PM Union Station, Washington, DC4h07 06:42PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
148 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 148 Northeast Regional
02:50PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h37 06:27PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2170 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2170 Acela
03:00PM Union Station, Washington, DC2h53 05:53PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
176 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 176 Northeast Regional
03:30PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h28 06:58PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2172 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2172 Acela
03:55PM Union Station, Washington, DC2h56 06:51PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
178 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 178 Northeast Regional
04:02PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h26 07:28PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
136 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 136 Northeast Regional
05:05PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h31 08:36PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2122 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2122 Acela
05:30PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h00 08:30PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
196 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 196 Northeast Regional
06:10PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h16 09:26PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
2124 Acela
AmtrakAmtrak | 2124 Acela
06:30PM Union Station, Washington, DC2h50 09:20PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
138 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 138 Northeast Regional
06:35PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h42 10:17PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
90 Palmetto
AmtrakAmtrak | 90 Palmetto
07:57PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h26 11:23PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
186 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 186 Northeast Regional
08:30PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h20 11:50PM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
198 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 198 Northeast Regional
09:15PM Union Station, Washington, DC3h30 12:45AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect
Amtrak
66 Northeast Regional
AmtrakAmtrak | 66 Northeast Regional
10:00PM Union Station, Washington, DC4h12 02:12AM Penn Station, New York, NY0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Washington, DC to New York, NY?

The best time to book your train from Washington, DC to New York, NY is 77 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Washington, DC to New York, NY route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Washington, DC to New York, NY per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Washington, DC to New York, NY.

Fastest train times from Washington, DC to New York, NY

Showing times and prices for Dec 03

Fastest Journey

2 h 48 m

Average

3 h 17 m

Trains per day

35

Distance

328 km

Of the 35 trains that leave Washington, DC for New York, NY every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Amtrak2152 Acela
06:00AM2h48
Union Station, Washington, DC
08:48AMPenn Station, New York, NY
3641One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Amtrak2168 Acela
02:00PM2h48
Union Station, Washington, DC
04:48PMPenn Station, New York, NY
2941One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Amtrak2150 Acela
05:00AM2h48
Union Station, Washington, DC
07:48AMPenn Station, New York, NY
3641One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak2166 Acela
12:57PM2h50
Union Station, Washington, DC
03:47PMPenn Station, New York, NY
3641One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
Amtrak2124 Acela
06:30PM2h50
Union Station, Washington, DC
09:20PMPenn Station, New York, NY
3641One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Washington, DC to New York, NY

Trains from Washington, DC to New York, NY run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11
Distance
328 km
Average train duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
€38
Trains per day
31
Direct trains
31
Train providers
2
Fastest train
2h 50m
First train
00:20
Last train
23:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €11

Train providers: Amtrak and Amtrak Acela trains Washington, DC to New York, NY

Buy your official Amtrak and Amtrak Acela train tickets between Washington, DC and New York, NY from €42 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient route.

Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveller’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey between Washington, DC and New York, NY, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Washington, DC to New York, NY train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 16 min
  • Cheapest Price: €42
  • Amtrak frequency: 15 a day

FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to New York, NY

FAQs: Travel by train from Washington, DC to New York, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Washington, DC to New York, NY.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to New York, NY can start from as little as €38 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Washington, DC to New York, NY is €97; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Washington, DC to New York, NY is 2 h 50 min   to travel the 328 km long route, with around there are 31 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Washington, DC to New York, NY leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Washington, DC to New York, NY leaves at 23: 42.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Washington, DC to New York, NY without having to change trains with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. There are 31 direct trains from Washington, DC to New York, NY each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to New York, NY. Take the fast train with Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to New York, NY.
For the best Washington, DC to New York, NY train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak or Amtrak Acela. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to New York, NY from Washington, DC to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 42.
A trip to New York, NY from Washington, DC is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Washington, DC to New York, NY by train is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Washington, DC and New York, NY including taking a train, coach or flight.
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