Shortest travel time:
2 h 49 m
Longest travel time:
6 h 34 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$84
Avg. daily departures:
35
Earliest departure:
00:20
Latest departure:
20:13
New York
New York train station
Moynihan Train Hall at Pennsylvania Station
350 W 33rd St, New York, United States
358 km
Washington
Washington train station
Washington Union Station
50 Massachusetts Avenue , NE Washington, DC United States, United States

New York to Washington Train Information

Among the top choices for traveling from New York to Washington 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 35 daily departures. Fantastic onboard amenities are also at your service during the ride. The trains from NYC to Washington DC 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 New York to Washington 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.

New York to Washington Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
2 hrs 50 min
6 hrs 34 min
00:20
11:35
16
Afternoon trains
2 hrs 49 min
3 hrs 46 min
12:00
17:27
14
Evening trains
2 hrs 59 min
3 hrs 40 min
18:00
20:13
5

Trains on New York - Washington Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Amtrak
Acela
High-speed train
2 hrs 49 min
$210
12
Amtrak
Silver meteor
Intercity train
3 hrs 33 min
$306
1
Amtrak
Northeast Regional
High-speed train
3 hrs 13 min
$84
21
Amtrak
Silver Star
Intercity train
3 hrs 36 min
$306
1