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Trip Summary
There are usually 3 daily train trips available from New Carrollton to Woodbridge. Traveling by train from New Carrollton to Woodbridge usually takes one hour and 19 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Northeast Regional train can make the trip in one hour and 8 minutes.
| Distance | 29 mi (47 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 8m |
| Lowest price | $14.00 |
| Trains per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from New Carrollton to Woodbridge?
Over the past month, a train ticket between New Carrollton and Woodbridge cost $14.73, on average. This is about as cheap as train fares get on this route. Booking your trip at least 15 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around $13.60 more.
Average prices by travel date
The average cost of a one-way train trip from New Carrollton to Woodbridge is expected to fluctuate between $14 and $25 in the next 30 days. If you’re planning a train trip to Woodbridge in the upcoming week, the cheapest price in the next 7 days for a ticket from New Carrollton is $14.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Planning ahead pays off when it comes to booking your train trip from New Carrollton to Woodbridge. By reserving your ticket on Wanderu at least 15 days before departure, you can save around $13.60. Don't miss out on these savings — book in advance!
Which train should you take from New Carrollton to Woodbridge?
Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects New Carrollton to Woodbridge. However, there are 3 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 3 | 1h 19m | $17.32 |
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. With 3 daily train trips from New Carrollton to Woodbridge, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from New Carrollton to Woodbridge on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs New Carrollton at 11:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 6:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 3 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from New Carrollton to Woodbridge.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Woodbridge to New Carrollton.
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Woodbridge
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Link to image attributionJust 20 miles south of Washington DC, Woodbridge is located in Prince William County, Virginia. The city is a popular spot to stay when visiting the many Virginia state parks in the area, such as Leesylvania State Park on the Potomac River. The park is idyllic for swimming, hiking, or boating on sunny days. Head to the (free!) Occoquan Bay Wildlife Refuge to see some local bird species along its four miles of trails.
Potomac Mills is the area's major shopping outlet for some retail therapy. But, obviously, it also houses a number of excellent local restaurants and cafes, and you can also find some local eateries while exploring Potomac Town Center, including locally popular authentic African cuisine and Indian restaurants.
Prince William Parkway directly links Woodbridge to the I-95, so you can start many cross-country routes from this area. Amtrak Northeast Regional trains and local VRE trains connect to Washington, D.C., and beyond. SprinterBus services that stop in Woodbridge connect to New York.
Station Information
Where is the train station in New Carrollton?
Main departure station: MARC Station
There is one train station in New Carrollton.
All train stations in New Carrollton:
MARC Station
Where is the train station in Woodbridge?
Main arrival station: 1040 Express Way
Woodbridge has one train station.
All train stations in Woodbridge:
1040 Express Way
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