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Quakertown to New Carrollton train

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Quakertown - New Carrollton Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Quakertown to New Carrollton. Traveling by train from Quakertown to New Carrollton usually takes 5 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 3 hours and 3 minutes.

Distance131 mi (210 km)
Fastest train3h 3m
Lowest price$144.00
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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Which train should you take from Quakertown to New Carrollton?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Quakertown to New Carrollton. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak45h 36m$144.00
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 4 Amtrak trains from Quakertown to New Carrollton every day, as well as 6 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $144.

Frequently Asked Questions

While the train is the main method of transportation from Quakertown to New Carrollton, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a bus or express shuttle.

The distance between Quakertown and New Carrollton is approximately 131 miles, or 210 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 36 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 3 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Quakertown to New Carrollton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Quakertown at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00am. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from New Carrollton to Quakertown.

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.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Quakertown?

Main departure station: Park & Ride Lot

There is one train station in Quakertown.

All train stations in Quakertown:

  • Park & Ride Lot

Where is the train station in New Carrollton?

Main arrival station: MARC Station

New Carrollton has one train station.

All train stations in New Carrollton:

  • MARC Station

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