- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Cheapest price on 29 Aug
£75
Average ticket price on 29 Aug
£145
Fastest journey on 29 Aug
2 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 29 Aug
3 h
Trains on 29 Aug
29
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to New York, NY will cost around £145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
On Sat 29 Aug, we found 29 trains from Washington, DC to New York, NY, including 29 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 57 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
66 Northeast Regional
126 Northeast Regional
128 Northeast Regional
168 Northeast Regional
146 Northeast Regional
2252 Acela
2224 NextGen Acela
2260 NextGen Acela
2258 NextGen Acela
2250 AcelaOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, while a flight costs an average of £148.
Distance: 328 km
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£58 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £148 Average Price |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to New York, NY trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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2154 Acela | 8:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 11:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
86 Northeast Regional | 8:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h21 | 12:16 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
182 Northeast Regional | 9:29 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h27 | 12:56 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2108 NextGen Acela | 10:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 13:05 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
174 Northeast Regional | 10:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h39 | 14:14 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
84 Northeast Regional | 11:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h32 | 14:34 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2112 Acela | 11:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h03 | 14:53 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
134 Northeast Regional | 11:56 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h24 | 15:20 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2158 NextGen Acela | 12:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h04 | 15:54 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
184 Northeast Regional | 13:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 16:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2116 NextGen Acela | 13:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 16:55 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
94 Northeast Regional | 14:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h24 | 17:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
20 Crescent | 14:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h05 | 18:40 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2160 NextGen Acela | 14:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 17:49 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
148 Northeast Regional | 14:55 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h32 | 18:27 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2118 NextGen Acela | 15:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h59 | 18:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
176 Northeast Regional | 15:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h28 | 18:58 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
178 Northeast Regional | 15:56 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h28 | 19:24 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2162 NextGen Acela | 16:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h00 | 19:20 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
136 Northeast Regional | 17:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h31 | 20:31 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2120 NextGen Acela | 17:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h58 | 20:03 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
196 Northeast Regional | 18:08 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h18 | 21:26 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2124 NextGen Acela | 18:13 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 21:10 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
138 Northeast Regional | 18:35 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h42 | 22:17 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
192 Northeast Regional | 19:12 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 22:38 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
90 Palmetto | 19:57 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 23:23 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2128 NextGen Acela | 20:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h01 | 23:03 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
186 Northeast Regional · 624 Keystone Service | 20:30 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h05 | 0:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 1 change | |
198 Northeast Regional | 21:15 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 0:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
66 Northeast Regional | 22:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 7h11 | 5:11 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2250 Acela | 4:48 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h02 | 7:50 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
160 Northeast Regional | 5:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h26 | 8:46 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 6:16 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h29 | 9:45 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2252 Acela | 6:40 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 2h57 | 9:37 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
54 Vermonter | 7:28 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h27 | 10:55 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
2254 NextGen Acela | 7:46 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h15 | 11:01 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 8:10 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h49 | 11:59 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Washington, DC to New York, NY run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 3h 9m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 3h 9m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Vast museum spanning ancient to modern art, with standout collections from Egypt, Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
Leading modern art museum with influential works by Van Gogh, Warhol, Picasso, and contemporary artists.
Engaging science museum with a planetarium, dinosaur halls, and exhibits on Earth, space, and human cultures.
Beloved urban park with lakes, lawns, woodlands, cultural sites, and endless walking routes through Manhattan.
Elevated park built on a former railway, featuring gardens, public art, and striking views of the West Side.
Large waterfront park in Brooklyn with skyline views, lawns, piers, and memorable walks beneath the bridge.
A classic New York foldable slice with a thin, chewy crust and balanced tomato-cheese topping; a defining everyday food of the city.
Hand-rolled, boiled then baked, traditionally served with cream cheese or lox. Its glossy crust and dense chew are closely tied to New York deli culture.
Salt-cured beef on rye with mustard, typically served warm. It is a landmark Jewish deli dish strongly associated with New York.
Refined dining room known for seasonal New American cooking and an elegant, intimate Greenwich Village atmosphere.
Beloved casual spot for hand-rolled bagels with salmon, cream cheese and other classic appetising fillings.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami and classic sandwiches in a busy, old-school Lower East Side setting.
New York is pricier than most US cities, with high hotel rates, dining costs, and attraction prices, though public transport is relatively good value.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Small tips are common in cafés for good service.
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Most Washington, DC to New York, NY trains use the Union Station to Penn Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and New York, NY train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
Penn Station is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
Penn Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Blue Bottle Coffee, Magnolia Bakery, Starbucks, The Pennsy Food Hall, Nick + Stef's Steakhouse, Penn & Sushi, Krispy Kreme Donuts, T.G.I. Friday's, NY Pizza Suprema, Blarney Stone, & many more
Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00. Information desks are located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
Luggage storage is baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall. .
Available at Penn Station: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Penn Station: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Penn Station: Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
Nearby hotels include The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea, Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street.
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