How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Hartford?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Hartford start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £84. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Hartford?

The average train journey time from Washington to Hartford is 6h 36m, covering a distance of 302 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Hartford route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Hartford departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Washington to Hartford from £37 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Hartford on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 24m	10:24	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	14:05	Union Station	6h 22m	20:27	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	17:05	Union Station	6h 51m	23:56	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Hartford on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 24m	10:24	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	6h 4m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:10	Union Station	6h 4m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Hartford on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 24m	10:24	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	6h 4m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	17:05	Union Station	6h 51m	23:56	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Hartford on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:30	Union Station	7h 44m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	6h 4m	14:14	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:10	Union Station	6h 4m	14:14	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Union Station	6h 53m	21:48	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Hartford on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:25	Union Station	6h 58m	19:23	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:25	Union Station	6h 18m	17:43	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	6h 38m	14:08	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	6h 38m	14:08	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	12:25	Union Station	6h 58m	19:23	Harford Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Hartford on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	12h 24m	10:24	Harford Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:25	Union Station	6h 18m	17:43	Harford Union Station	Fastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	6h 38m	14:08	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	6h 38m	14:08	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	12:25	Union Station	6h 58m	19:23	Harford Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

9h 45mAverage duration

302 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£16 - £119	Average duration9h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£39 - £450	Average duration6h 36m	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Hartford, CT?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Hartford, CT

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5750 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 £39

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Hartford?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Hartford start from £39. The average price for this train route is around £84. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Hartford?
The average train journey time from Washington to Hartford is 6h 36m, covering a distance of 302 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Hartford route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Hartford?
The earliest train from Washington to Hartford departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

£111

25/01

£148

Today

£83

27/01

£47

28/01

£37

29/01

£47

30/01

£91

31/01

£111

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of £37

To 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 Hartford, CT as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £37 to £341 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £37, which is on 2026-01-28.