New York to Washington, DC by train

Trains from New York to Washington, DC take about 3h with Amtrak Acela, Amtrak Northeast Regional. Stations, tips and the best ways to book.

The fastest direct trains from New York to Washington, DC take about 3h, run by Amtrak Acela, Amtrak Northeast Regional. Trains usually run from New York Penn Station to Washington Union Station. Journey times vary by service; check the operator for your date.

Tips for this journey

Acela is fastest; Northeast Regional is slower but usually much cheaper.

Other ways to travel

Bus: about 4h 30m by bus
Flight: about 1h 15m in the air

More routes

New York to Boston, train about 3h 45m
New York to Philadelphia, train about 1h 15m

Frequently asked questions

How long is the train from New York to Washington, DC?

The fastest direct trains take about 3h.

Which stations do trains from New York to Washington, DC use?

Trains usually run from New York Penn Station to Washington Union Station.

Who runs trains between New York and Washington, DC?

Amtrak Acela, Amtrak Northeast Regional.