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Trip Summary

How much are train tickets from New York to Washington DC?

Lowest Price	£22.75
Fastest Train	2h 57m
Trains Per Day	19
Train Lines	9

Train service from New York to Washington DC

New York to Washington DC Route Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there other train stops between New York and Washington, DC?

The number of stops between New York City and D.C. depends on which train line you decide to take. The Amtrak Northeast Regional has 14 stops between New York City and D.C, among them major cities like Newark, Philadelphia and Baltimore. The Amtrak Acela only has 7 stops between NYC and D.C., including Trenton, Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore.

Is it safe to travel by train from New York to Washington right now?

We stand behind CDC guidelines that caution passengers against non-essential travel during the coronavirus outbreak. That said, we recognize not everyone is in a position to completely abstain. Whether it’s for work, to take care of family or to get back home, some circumstances inevitably require travel. If you’re one of those individuals who still needs to book a trip, you can continue to do so on Wanderu.

Know that most train companies are still running at this time, though some have limited service. Visit our COVID-19 travel guide for resources and daily updates on the coronavirus and COVID travel restrictions.

In order to keep vehicles as clean and sanitized as possible, train companies are taking extra precautions for coronavirus. For details on what various companies are doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.

What is the price of a train ticket from New York to Washington DC?

In the last month, £46.15 was the average price of a train ticket from New York, NY to Washington, DC. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 21 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around £58.08 more than that for a same-day booking.

How long is the train journey from New York to Washington DC?

The distance between New York and Washington DC is approximately 204 miles, or 328 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 hours and 57 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

When are trains the most crowded?

Trains from New York to Washington DC are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

When are the first and last trains of the day?

The earliest train departs New York at 03:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Is there a direct train from New York to Washington DC?

There are 19 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from New York to Washington DC.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Washington DC to New York. If you're not not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from New York to Washington DC for £7.05.

Which train should you take from New York to Washington DC?

There are 9 train lines with service from New York, New York to Washington, District of Columbia. Amtrak Northeast Regional is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 10 trains each day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	3h 28m	£36.60
Amtrak Acela	4	2h 59m	£108.73
Amtrak Cardinal	1	3h 25m	£63.53
Amtrak Carolinian	1	3h 24m	£56.46
Amtrak Crescent	1	3h 45m	£64.18
Amtrak Northeast Regional	10	3h 29m	£39.10
Amtrak Palmetto	1	3h 29m	£51.27
Amtrak Silver Service	1	3h 32m	£50.81
Amtrak Vermonter	1	3h 25m	£38.23

Where is the train station in New York?

There is one train station in New York:

Penn Station

Where is the train station in Washington DC?

Washington DC has one train station:

Union Station

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Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from New York, NY to Washington, DC

4.7

Based on 78 ratings and reviews

Based on 1 reviews

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

3.0

Value

3.0

Condition

5.0

Mary

4.0

23 February 2020Visiting family

Pros

I enjoy train travel in general and don't get it often. Trip was not stressful.I enjoy train travel in general and don't get it often. Trip was not stressful.

Cons

bumpy track?bumpy track?

Based on 1 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Amtrak Acela report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

5.0

Value

4.0

Condition

5.0

Lauralee

5.0

24 February 2020Vacation

Pros

Good value for money and more relaxing than flight.Good value for money and more relaxing than flight.

Cons

Lower the cost of refreshments available on your train.Lower the cost of refreshments available on your train.

Tips

Take refreshments with you.Take refreshments with you.

Based on 3 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Amtrak Carolinian report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 67 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.7

Staff

4.7

Value

4.7

Condition

5.0

Jacqueline

5.0

19 July 2020Business

Pros

Again, safe travel! COVID-19/CDC rules enforced.Again, safe travel! COVID-19/CDC rules enforced.

Cons

More quiet cars on early departures!More quiet cars on early departures!

Frederic

4.0

7 July 2019Vacation

Pros

Team is efficientTeam is efficient

Cons

Air conditioning is freezing cold Not possible to book numbered seatsAir conditioning is freezing cold Not possible to book numbered seats

Based on 1 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Amtrak Cardinal report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

5.0

Value

4.0

Condition

5.0

Maya

5.0

15 September 2019Visiting family

Pros

It was smoothIt was smooth

Based on 1 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Amtrak Crescent report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

4.0

Value

5.0

Condition

5.0

Pamela

5.0

2 September 2019Vacation

Pros

Train ride and time in NYCTrain ride and time in NYC

Cons

All was wellAll was well

Tips

Use Wanderu all the timeUse Wanderu all the time

Based on 63 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Amtrak Northeast Regional report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 73 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.4

Staff

4.3

Value

3.6

Condition

4.6

Vanessa

5.0

25 December 2020Vacation

Pros

Thank you so much wanderu! Your company is very nice! I did an amazing trip!! Everything was beautiful’nnThank you so much wanderu! Your company is very nice! I did an amazing trip!! Everything was beautiful’nn

Cons

Water and snacks if is possible. Only because is four hours. But everything was beautiful!!!!Water and snacks if is possible. Only because is four hours. But everything was beautiful!!!!

Tips

Yes!!! I recommend wanderu!!!Yes!!! I recommend wanderu!!!

Teresa

4.0

28 June 2020Regular commuter

Pros

Fastest and on time.Fastest and on time.

Cons

Everything is good 👍.Everything is good 👍.

Tips

I choosing amtrak books I book in Wanderu . They give you more choices of your trip. Train are clean no smell inside.I choosing amtrak books I book in Wanderu . They give you more choices of your trip. Train are clean no smell inside.

Jacqueline

5.0

21 June 2020Solo travel

Pros

Covid-19 regulations are enforced Covid-19 regulations are enforced

Cons

Not having people sitting behind me pulling on my seat constantly!Not having people sitting behind me pulling on my seat constantly!

Tips

Please! Face mask should Cover Nose also Please! Face mask should Cover Nose also

Starr

4.0

13 June 2020Vacation

Pros

It was just a quick getaway with my daughters, decided to take Amtrak because they had never rode the train.It was just a quick getaway with my daughters, decided to take Amtrak because they had never rode the train.

Scholastique Desiree

5.0

15 January 2020Business

Pros

i was comfortablei was comfortable

Cons

the price. it was a little bit expensivethe price. it was a little bit expensive

Tips

wanderu is a good appwanderu is a good app

Based on 4 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Amtrak Palmetto report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 25 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

4.0

Value

3.0

Condition

4.8

Tiina

5.0

14 September 2019Visiting family

Pros

The seats were spacious and nice, the train was on time, wifi worked well The seats were spacious and nice, the train was on time, wifi worked well

Cons

It's really cold inside the trainIt's really cold inside the train

Jonee

5.0

1 June 2019Business

Pros

Found a home.Found a home.

Cons

The price is high, and we were not allowed to choose our car.The price is high, and we were not allowed to choose our car.

Based on 1 reviews

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

5.0

Value

4.0

Condition

5.0

Agnes

4.0

22 July 2019Vacation

Pros

Comfort and spaciousComfort and spacious

Cons

Arriving on timeArriving on time

Based on 3 reviews

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.5

Staff

4.0

Value

4.5

Condition

4.5

Zerina Marie

5.0

3 July 2020Visiting family

Pros

There was plenty of seating and overhead storage available. There seemed to be plenty of food options as well, though it was my partner who went to purchase food. One of the conductors let passengers know if their stop was coming up, which I thought was very considerate...There was plenty of seating and overhead storage available. There seemed to be plenty of food options as well, though it was my partner who went to purchase food. One of the conductors let passengers know if their stop was coming up, which I thought was very considerate.More