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Trip Overview

The average train between Frederick and Clifton takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 5h 51m. The train service runs several times per day from Frederick to Clifton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 18m
Duration
282 mi
Distance
$162
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Frederick to Clifton train times

Trains run twice daily between Frederick and Clifton. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Frederick is at 7:10 AM which arrives into Clifton at 1:14 PM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Maryland TransitAmtrakNJ TransitNJ Transit6h 4m • 3 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit6h 13m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 51m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit7h 2m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit6h 13m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 51m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit7h 2m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit6h 13m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 51m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit7h 2m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit6h 13m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit5h 51m • 3 changes
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    Maryland TransitAmtrak AcelaNJ TransitNJ Transit7h 2m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Frederick to Clifton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Frederick to Clifton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 282.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Frederick, MD, USA and Clifton, NJ, USA?

You can take a train from FREDERICK MARC eb to Clifton via Washington Union Station, Newark Penn Station, and Secaucus Lower Level in around 5h 47m.

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