Trains tickets from New York to Washington (DC), US

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TodayApr 17
from $171
TomorrowApr 18
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SatApr 19
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SunApr 20
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MonApr 21
from $67
TueApr 22
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WedApr 23
from $76
ThuApr 24
from $43

Next departures to Washington

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 18 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: April 19 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 18 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: April 18 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 18 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: April 18 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 18 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: April 18 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Amtrak AcelaAmtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 18 at
    Departure city: New York
    Departure location: Moynihan Train Hall
    Arrival time: April 18 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Train New York to Washington: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket Price$121
Average train trip duration3h 25m
Number of daily trains46
Earliest train departure4:09am
Distance330 km
Latest train departure11:23pm

New York to Washington Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Washington

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from New York to Washington cost?

    The average train ticket price from New York to Washington is $121. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from New York to Washington?

    A train trip between New York and Washington is around 3h 25m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 329 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between New York and Washington?

    The number of trains from New York to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 46. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from New York to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04-15
$127
04-16
$164
Today
$164
04-18
$127
04-19
$172
04-20
$121
04-21
$63
04-22
$63
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York to Washington was searched and found on Apr 21, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $1,005 for a train ticket from New York to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-04-21.

Usually Amtrak, 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.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from New York to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between New York and Washington compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from New York to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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