Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Quantico to Kingston. The train trip from Quantico to Kingston is usually about 10 hours long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 367 mi (591 km) |
| Fastest train | 10h 0m |
| Lowest price | $214.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Northeast Regional |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Quantico to Kingston?
Amtrak Northeast Regional is the one and only train line which connects Quantico to Kingston. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 1 | 10h 24m | $214.00 |
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 1 daily train trips from Quantico to Kingston, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Quantico and Kingston is approximately 367 miles, or 591 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours,
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.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Quantico to Kingston. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Thursday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Quantico at 7:00pm and arrives in Kingston around 10 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Kingston with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Kingston to Quantico.
City Information
Quantico
Quantico, made famous by several TV shows, is a real town in Prince William, Virginia. Quantico is about 36 miles outside of Washington, DC. Marine Corps Base Quantico is the largest Marine Corps base in the United States. Other agencies, such as the FBI Academy and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service, are also located on the base, though sadly, NCIS isn't actually filmed there.
Quantico has something for everyone. For gym addicts, there are four of the best gyms in the town, and one of them is a highly recommended Crossfit gym. In addition, there are movie theatres, museums, golf parks, and many more rivers and lakes. If you want a great all-rounder-town, then Quantico is the one you should visit.
The Amtrak Northeast Regional and Amtrak Carolinian stop in Quantico from Baltimore, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and New York. If you're driving, know that you'll have to pass through the Marine Corps Base and present valid driver's license to pass on to town.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Quantico?
Main departure station: 550 Railroad Ave - inside Marine Corps base
There is one train station in Quantico.
All train stations in Quantico:
550 Railroad Ave - inside Marine Corps base
Where is the train station in Kingston?
Main arrival station: 1 Railroad Ave
Kingston has one train station.
All train stations in Kingston:
1 Railroad Ave
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from Kingston to Quantico?
Search Train Tickets
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.
Book buses and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more