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The average train between Metuchen and Washington DC takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is a train service every few hours from Metuchen 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 44m
Duration
205 mi
Distance
$396
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

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  1. Take the train from Metropark Amtrak Station to Washington Union Stationtrain train Northeast Regional / ...
3h 52m
$50–712

Metuchen to Washington DC train times

Trains run hourly between Metuchen and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metuchen is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Washington DC at 7:05 AM. All services require a transfer at Metropark and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 31m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 28m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 24m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 12m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 58m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 56m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 38m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 34m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 7m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 31m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 9m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 32m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 5m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 28m • 2 changes

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    NJ TransitAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 6m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 204.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 44m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Metropark Amtrak Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $45–120 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Amtrak Acela also services this route 4 times a day.

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