What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to New Jersey?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to New Jersey is to bus which costs $35 - $70 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to New Jersey?

The fastest way to get from Washington to New Jersey is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs $900 - $1,700.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and New Jersey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Newark Penn Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Washington and New Jersey?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Newark Penn Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Washington to New Jersey?

The distance between Washington and New Jersey is 205 miles. The road distance is 217.8 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to New Jersey without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to New Jersey without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs $65 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Washington to New Jersey?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Washington to New Jersey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to New Jersey bus from?

Washington to New Jersey bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington to New Jersey train from?

Washington to New Jersey train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington to New Jersey?

The best way to get from Washington to New Jersey is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs $900 - $1,700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 2h 42m, you could also bus, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 5h.

Where does the Washington to New Jersey bus arrive?

Washington to New Jersey bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Where does the Washington to New Jersey train arrive?

Washington to New Jersey train services, operated by Amtrak Acela, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

Can I drive from Washington to New Jersey?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to New Jersey is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Washington to New Jersey.

How do I get a train ticket from Washington to New Jersey?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Washington to New Jersey?

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There are 8 ways to get from Washington to New Jersey by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane DCA - EWR
1h 31m
$899–1,641
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Newark Penn Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
5h
$35–70
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain Acela
2h 42m
$65–140
Drive 216.6 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Newarkcar 216.6 mi
4h 2m
$40–58
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DCA - LGA
2. Take the train from Woodside to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2h 25m
$104–670
Fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport, train
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)plane DCA - JFK
2. Take the train from Jamaica to New York Penn Stationtrain
3. Take the train from New York Penn Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2h 13m
$925–2,527
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DCA - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Trentontrain
2h 42m
$100–654
Bus via Silver Spring
1. Take the bus from Silver Spring to Newark Penn Stationbus Washington
6h 39m
$47–122

Washington to New Jersey by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and New Jersey, USA?

United Airlines flies from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak Acela operates a train from Washington Union Station to Newark Penn Station every 2 hours. Tickets cost $45–700 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Amtrak also services this route hourly.

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