The average train between Newark and Washington, DC takes 3h 7m and the fastest train takes 2h 29m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour 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.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Newark and Washington, DC. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Newark is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Washington, DC at 6:29 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newark station and arriving at Washington, DC station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 3h 7m.
Newark to Washington, DC train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, depart from Newark Penn Station.
Newark to Washington, DC train services, operated by Amtrak Northeast Regional, arrive at Washington Union Station.
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The distance between Newark and Washington, DC is 316.7 km. The road distance is 345 km.
Amtrak Northeast Regional operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $29–290 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Two other operators also service this route.
