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Trip Overview

The average train between Newark and Washington DC takes 3h 27m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is an hourly train service from Newark to Washington DC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 27m
Duration
215 mi
Distance
$74
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
3h 4m
$63–134

Newark to Washington DC train times

Trains run hourly between Newark and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 11:41 PM which arrives into Washington DC at 7:03 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and take an average of 3h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 214.9 mi
  • Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $45–700 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Amtrak also services this route hourly.

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