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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington Heights and Washington DC takes 4h 6m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Washington Heights 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.

4h 6m
Duration
233 mi
Distance
$145
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
4h 8m
$125–196

Washington Heights to Washington DC train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Washington Heights and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 12:04 AM at night, and the last departure from Washington Heights is at 10:46 PM which arrives into Washington DC at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at 34 St-Penn Station and take an average of 4h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    MTAAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority3h 49m • 2 changes

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    MTAAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 5m • 2 changes

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    MTAAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 15m • 2 changes

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    MTAAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 5m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    MTAAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 6m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington Heights 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: 232.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Washington Heights, New York County, NY, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Amtrak Acela operates a train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $50–750 and the journey takes 3h. Amtrak also services this route hourly.

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