How much is the train ticket from Washington to Trenton?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Trenton start from R 216. The average price for this train route is around R 911. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Trenton?

The average train journey time from Washington to Trenton is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Trenton route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 19 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Trenton?

The earliest train from Washington to Trenton departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 21:25.

Train Washington to Trenton from R 183 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:25	Union Station	2h 22m	18:47	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	17:15	Union Station	2h 17m	19:32	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	07:30	Union Station	2h 18m	09:48	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	2h 18m	09:48	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	08:22	Union Station	2h 32m	10:54	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:20	Union Station	2h 27m	08:47	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	17:15	Union Station	2h 17m	19:32	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	2h 21m	07:46	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	2h 21m	07:46	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:20	Union Station	2h 27m	08:47	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:15	Union Station	2h 29m	23:44	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	2h 16m	10:26	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:30	Union Station	2h 30m	09:00	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:15	Union Station	2h 29m	23:44	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	2h 16m	10:26	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:30	Union Station	2h 30m	09:00	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:15	Union Station	2h 29m	23:44	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	2h 16m	10:26	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:30	Union Station	2h 30m	09:00	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:15	Union Station	2h 29m	23:44	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	2h 16m	10:26	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:30	Union Station	2h 30m	09:00	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	08:10	Union Station	2h 16m	10:26	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	2h 22m	07:27	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:30	Union Station	2h 30m	09:00	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:30	Union Station	2h 30m	09:00	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Trenton on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:25	Union Station	2h 20m	23:45	Trenton Transit Center	Cheapest
Train	17:15	Union Station	2h 17m	19:32	Trenton Transit Center	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	2h 21m	07:46	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	2h 21m	07:46	Trenton Transit Center	No tags
Train	06:20	Union Station	2h 27m	08:47	Trenton Transit Center	No tags

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Get from Washington to Trenton

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 2 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 216, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19train per day

2h 26mAverage duration

243 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 216

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Trenton, NJ, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Trenton?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Trenton start from R 216. The average price for this train route is around R 911. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Trenton?
The average train journey time from Washington to Trenton is 2h 26m, covering a distance of 243 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Trenton route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 19 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Trenton?
The earliest train from Washington to Trenton departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 21:25.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/01

R 1 208

30/01

R 1 738

Today

R 861

01/02

R 464

02/02

R 183

03/02

R 183

04/02

R 183

05/02

R 464

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Trenton, NJ, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 183

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Trenton, NJ, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 183 to R 7 298 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Trenton, NJ, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 183, which is on 2026-02-02.