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Cambridge to Washington DC trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cambridge and Washington DC takes 8h 3m and the fastest train takes 7h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Cambridge 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.

8h 3m
Duration
455 mi
Distance
$176
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Boston to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
7h 16m
$150–302

Cambridge to Washington DC train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Cambridge and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 6:51 PM which arrives into Washington DC at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and take an average of 8h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 454.7 mi
  • Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Cambridge, MA, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Boston to Washington Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $100–900 and the journey takes 6h 56m. Amtrak also services this route every 4 hours.

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