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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Dover Transportation Center | Cheapest | ||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Train | Union Station | Dover Transportation Center | Fastest | ||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Train | Union Station | Dover Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Dover Transportation Center | No tags | ||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Train | Union Station | Dover Transportation Center | No tags |
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Get from Washington to Dover
The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5784 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $144
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Dover, NH, 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 Washington to Dover?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Dover start at $144. The average price for this train route is around $472. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Dover?
The average train trip from Washington to Dover takes 11h 40m and covers 702 km. The quickest train gets you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Dover route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Dover?
The earliest train from Washington to Dover departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Dover, NH, US was searched and found on Apr 11, 2026 with a price of $130To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Dover, NH, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $130 to $760 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Dover, NH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2026-04-11.
