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Trip Overview

The average train between Newark Penn Station and Washington DC takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. There is an hourly train service from Newark Penn Station 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 24m
Duration
215 mi
Distance
$141
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Newark Penn Station to Washington DC train times

Trains run hourly between Newark Penn Station and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark Penn Station is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Washington DC at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 9m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 59m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 18m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 59m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 28m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 15m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 33m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 26m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 14m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 31m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 26m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 14m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 31m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 19m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 15m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 33m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 55m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 52m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 33m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 26m • 1 change
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    Amtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 24m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 26m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 14m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 31m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 19m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newark Penn Station to Washington DC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 214.8 mi
  • Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Newark Penn Station, NJ, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $45–700 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Amtrak also services this route hourly.

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