How much is the train ticket from Trenton to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Trenton to Washington start from R 215. The average price for this train route is around R 908. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Trenton to Washington?

The average train journey time from Trenton to Washington is 2h 31m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Trenton to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 20 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Trenton to Washington departs at 00:22. And the latest train departs at 22:18.

Train Trenton to Washington from R 182 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Trenton to Washington on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:49	Trenton Transit Center	2h 30m	23:19	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:20	Trenton Transit Center	2h 21m	11:41	Union Station	Fastest
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:56	Trenton Transit Center	2h 40m	09:36	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Trenton to Washington on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:20	Trenton Transit Center	2h 21m	11:41	Union Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Trenton to Washington on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:20	Trenton Transit Center	2h 21m	11:41	Union Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Trenton to Washington on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:20	Trenton Transit Center	2h 21m	11:41	Union Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Trenton to Washington on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 7m	06:29	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	13:48	Trenton Transit Center	2h 24m	16:12	Union Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 7m	06:29	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:31	Trenton Transit Center	2h 30m	09:01	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:31	Trenton Transit Center	2h 30m	09:01	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Trenton to Washington on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 7m	06:29	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	22:18	Trenton Transit Center	2h 23m	00:41	Union Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 7m	06:29	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:56	Trenton Transit Center	2h 40m	09:36	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:56	Trenton Transit Center	2h 40m	09:36	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Trenton to Washington on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:20	Trenton Transit Center	2h 21m	11:41	Union Station	Fastest
Train	00:22	Trenton Transit Center	6h 32m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:53	Trenton Transit Center	2h 29m	08:22	Union Station	No tags

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Get from Trenton to Washington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 215, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20train per day

2h 31mAverage duration

243 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 R 215

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Trenton to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Trenton to Washington start from R 215. The average price for this train route is around R 908. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Trenton to Washington?
The average train journey time from Trenton to Washington is 2h 31m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Trenton to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 20 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Trenton to Washington?
The earliest train from Trenton to Washington departs at 00:22. And the latest train departs at 22:18.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

23/01

R 281

24/01

R 1 205

Today

R 1 733

26/01

R 380

27/01

R 182

28/01

R 281

29/01

R 281

30/01

R 281

The cheapest trip from Trenton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 182

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

You can expect to pay from R 182 to R 10 213 for a train ticket from Trenton, NJ, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 182, which is on 2026-01-27.