Find trains from New York to Washington, D.C.

Amtrak is the national railway company operating the trains from New York City to Washington DC. There are various Amtrak train lines that run a segment between New York City and Washington DC. These train routes are the high-speed Acela train and the mid and long-distance Northeast Regional, Silver Services, Palmetto, Cardinal, Carolinian, Vermonter and Crescent lines. All of these Amtrak journeys offer complimentary Wi-Fi service on board. This is a simple low bandwidth connection that allows passengers to stay connected, check their emails and messages and browse the web. This free Wi-Fi does not support any larger bandwidth uses, such as downloading large files or streaming videos. Along with Wi-Fi, these trains to Washington DC from New York City also have a café onboard that serves drinks and snacks, as well as silent cars on some routes. You have the choice of travelling in Coach, Business, First Class, or in a Room Car.

Travelling on New York City to Washington DC trains with your four-legged friends is possible. All of the Amtrak train routes and lines allow pets onboard except certain Northeast Regional routes. The pet policy for the trains that allow them are that they must be small cats or dogs. One pet is allowed per passenger and this pet must travel in a pet carrier at all times. The dimension and weight restrictions of the carrier are that it must weigh under 20 lbs with the animal inside, and not be over 19x14x10.5 inches. The pet carrier will count as one of the passenger’s carry-on items. It’s also recommended that travelers reserve their pet’s spot on the train since it is generally subject to availability and the number of pets per train is limited. Pets are only allowed in Coach Class except on Acela trains where they must travel in Business Class.

When catching your trains to Washington DC from New York City, the main departure station is the Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station in Manhattan. However, the city also has the Newark Penn Station nearby, which is a stop on all of the Amtrak routes going from New York City to Washington DC. Therefore, getting between stations would just imply one more stop on whichever Amtrak route you travel on. With your train tickets to Washington DC, passengers will be arriving at Washington Union Station. This train terminal connects with the city transportation lines and is just a few blocks from the iconic Capitol Building. A close train station to Washington Union Station is Alexandria Station. However, this stop is not connected to the Acela high-speed line or the Vermonter line. In this case, the best way to get between stations is by taking the subway or another Amtrak route.

All Amtrak trains allow a certain amount of luggage on board per passenger. Those travelling on New York City to Washington DC trains are allowed to bring up to two personal items, weighing 25 lbs total, and two carry-on items that must not exceed 50 lbs. All luggage onboard the New York City to Washington DC trains must be stowed either in the designated baggage area, under the seat or in the overhead racks. As for checked luggage, the policy depends on the type of Amtrak route, as well as the departure and arrival stations. Of the trains from New York City to Washington DC, all routes allow checked bags except the high-speed Acela trains, the Vermonter, and almost all the Northeast Regional routes. For those that allow checked items, passengers are limited to two checked bags up to 50 lbs each.

Search for train tickets from New York to Washington, D.C. for this week, starting at £17 one-way. At £69 on average, one-way train tickets from New York to Washington, D.C. are best booked early to save more on your trip.

The fastest journey time from New York to Washington, D.C. is 3h 01m. Depending on the train you select, the travel time may vary by up to 0h 29m. Consider Amtrak for the quickest available option to your destination.

Train ticket prices from New York to Washington, D.C. are the same no matter when you choose to book them. Prices are £69 one-way this week and should remain stable for at least the next 3 months.

Amtrak and Acela are viable options. Check times and availability for Amtrak, as it was recently the cheapest train available traveling from New York to Washington, D.C. from £39 round-trip.

While Washington, D.C. is 206.0 mi away from New York, the distance by train is longer depending on the route. 3h 01m is a normal train duration for this route.

At 1h 16m, choosing to opt for a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. for this trip as opposed to a train from New York to Washington, D.C. or a bus from New York to Washington, D.C. can save you time on travel.

Expect a train to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a train has deals available from £29. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a flight from New York to Washington, D.C. or a bus from New York to Washington, D.C. can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.