Shortest travel time:
2 h 46 m
Longest travel time:
3 h 57 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$51
Avg. daily departures:
33
Earliest departure:
05:00
Latest departure:
22:00
Washington
Washington train station
Washington Union Station
50 Massachusetts Avenue , NE Washington, DC United States, United States
358 km
New York
New York train station
Moynihan Train Hall at Pennsylvania Station
350 W 33rd St, New York, United States

Washington to New York Train Information

Among the top choices for traveling from Washington to New York is taking a fast and modern Acela train. All Amtrak high-speed trains running between the cities were designed to offer the passengers everything they might need for a pleasant journey, including several travel classes to choose from, fast travel times (the journey takes about 3 hours), and an extensive timetable with up to 33 daily departures. Fantastic onboard amenities are also at your service during the ride. The trains from Washington to NYC boast light and spacious carriages, equipped with cushy seats, and offer plenty of legroom and generous luggage space. Big panoramic windows are perfect for admiring the spectacular views along the way. Another reason to opt for a train ride from Washington to New York is that the train stations are located close to the city centers and are conveniently accessible by public transport, making it very easy to get around.

Washington to New York Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
2 hrs 48 min
3 hrs 39 min
05:00
11:10
15
Afternoon trains
2 hrs 46 min
3 hrs 26 min
12:05
17:30
12
Evening trains
2 hrs 50 min
3 hrs 42 min
18:10
20:30
4
Night trains
3 hrs 30 min
3 hrs 57 min
21:15
22:00
2

Trains on Washington - New York Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Amtrak
Acela
High-speed train
2 hrs 46 min
$173
12
Amtrak
Northeast Regional
High-speed train
3 hrs 15 min
$51
21