How much is the train ticket from Newark to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Washington start at COP 70,232. The average price for this train route is around COP 245,514. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Newark to Washington?

The average train trip from Newark to Washington takes 3h 8m and covers 317 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 29m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 50 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Washington?

The earliest train from Newark to Washington departs at 4:26am. The latest train departs at 11:42pm.

What is the best train operator from Newark to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Newark to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Newark to Washington from COP 62,839 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:41pm	Penn Station	7h 13m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
9:34pm	Penn Station	2h 33m	12:07am	Union Station	Fastest
10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 15m	1:24pm	Union Station	No tags
10:17am	Penn Station	2h 47m	1:04pm	Union Station	No tags
10:09am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 15m	1:24pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:41pm	Penn Station	7h 13m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
8:17am	Penn Station	2h 41m	10:58am	Union Station	Fastest
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
6:44am	Penn Station	2h 43m	9:27am	Union Station	No tags
9:46am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 11m	12:57pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:22pm	Penn Station	4h 38m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
8:17am	Penn Station	2h 41m	10:58am	Union Station	Fastest
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
6:44am	Penn Station	2h 43m	9:27am	Union Station	No tags
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:03pm	Penn Station	3h 3m	10:06pm	Union Station	Cheapest
8:17am	Penn Station	2h 41m	10:58am	Union Station	Fastest
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
6:44am	Penn Station	2h 43m	9:27am	Union Station	No tags
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:06am	Penn Station	3h 20m	8:26am	Union Station	Cheapest
8:17am	Penn Station	2h 41m	10:58am	Union Station	Fastest
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
6:44am	Penn Station	2h 43m	9:27am	Union Station	No tags
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:22pm	Penn Station	4h 38m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
8:17am	Penn Station	2h 41m	10:58am	Union Station	Fastest
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags
6:44am	Penn Station	2h 43m	9:27am	Union Station	No tags
8:44am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 1m	11:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:55am	Penn Station	3h 10m	9:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
9:14am	Penn Station	2h 42m	11:56am	Union Station	Fastest
8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 5m	11:32am	Union Station	No tags
7:09am	Penn Station	2h 49m	9:58am	Union Station	No tags
8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 5m	11:32am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:41pm	Penn Station	7h 13m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
9:34pm	Penn Station	2h 33m	12:07am	Union Station	Fastest
8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 5m	11:32am	Union Station	No tags
9:14am	Penn Station	2h 42m	11:56am	Union Station	No tags
8:27am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	3h 5m	11:32am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:30 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 hours 8 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 70,232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

50train per day

3h 8mAverage Duration

317 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 51,713 - COP 485,816	Average Duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 70,232 - COP 2,024,474	Average Duration3h 8m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Newark, NJ and Washington, DC, US?

Newark, NJ

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,788 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the friendly and helpful staff, comfortable seating with ample legroom, and smooth journeys that adhered to schedules. Additionally, there were commendations for exceptional service from ticket collectors. However, some users noted a lack of waiting areas before train arrivals as an area needing attention.

Amtrak Newark Washington recent customer reviews

Service was great. The ticket collector went out of his way to be helpful and gracious to the passengers. I was impressed.

Frances C.

July 1, 2022

Enough leg room, very comfortable. Fast journey as compared to buses.

Jennifer Y.

July 9, 2025

Really nice

Saravanan K.

October 2, 2023

Amtrak Acela

4.5/516 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi4.0

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Newark to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Washington start at COP 70,232. The average price for this train route is around COP 245,514. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Newark to Washington?
The average train trip from Newark to Washington takes 3h 8m and covers 317 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 29m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 50 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Washington?
The earliest train from Newark to Washington departs at 4:26am. The latest train departs at 11:42pm.
What is the best train operator from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04-17

COP 81,321

04-18

COP 595,119

Today

COP 81,321

04-20

COP 81,321

04-21

COP 162,641

04-22

COP 81,321

04-23

COP 144,160

04-24

COP 162,641

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 17, 2026 with a price of COP 81,321

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 81,321 to COP 2,768,593 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 81,321 which is on 2026-04-20.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.