Train from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Hartford on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Harford Union StationCheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Union Station
Harford Union StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Harford Union StationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Union Station
Harford Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Harford Union StationNo 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 £24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
9h 45mAverage duration
302 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£24 - £122Average duration9h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Average price£41 - £498Average duration6h 36m
44kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Hartford start from £41. The average price for this train route is around £86. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 6h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Hartford route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Washington to Hartford departs at 05:00. 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.

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£114
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£189
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£153
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£117
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£59
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £59

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 £59 to £423 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 £59, which is on 2025-12-01.

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