The cheapest and fastest trains from Newark, DE to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newark, DE to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, DE to Washington, DC will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newark, DE for Washington, DC every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 141 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Newark, DE to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, DE to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 141 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newark, DE to Washington, DC
Trains from Newark, DE to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 04:51 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Newark, DE to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Newark, DE and Washington, DC from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newark, DE to Washington, DC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, DE to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Newark, DE and Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single main hall with access to platforms and ticketing.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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