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The average train between West Haven and Washington DC takes 5h 55m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from West Haven 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.

5h 55m
Duration
300 mi
Distance
$362
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via New York (Amtrak)

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  1. Take the train from New Haven to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain train Northeast Regional / ...
  2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Washington Union Stationtrain train Acela
5h 16m
$79–746

West Haven to Washington DC train times

Trains run hourly between West Haven and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from West Haven is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Washington DC at 9:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station and take an average of 5h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 53m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 32m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 56m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 19m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 53m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 19m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 6m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority4h 53m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 32m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 5m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 9m • 2 changes

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    AmtrakAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 2m • 2 changes

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    Amtrak AcelaAmtrak AcelaWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority5h 9m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from West Haven 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.

Map of how to get from West Haven to Washington DC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 299.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between West Haven, CT, USA and Washington DC, USA?

You can take a train from New Haven to Washington DC via Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Washington Union Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, and Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform in around 5h 16m.

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