Washington DC to New York

Washington DC to New York

Washington DC
New York
Wed, May 15
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$72
 
 
$519

Other Options

Washington DC to New York Schedule

Washington DC to New York Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
FlixBus Economy 01:40 - 06:00$ 35.82
Amtrak Business Class 03:15 - 06:40$ 497.30
Amtrak Business Class 05:50 - 08:49$ 97.32
Delta Air Lines Economy #DL565906:59 - 08:25$ 418.51
Amtrak Business Class 09:15 - 12:47$ 257.69
JetBlue Economy #B6425810:00 - 11:12$ 379.10
Amtrak Economy Class 13:00 - 16:36€ 299.25
Delta Air Lines Economy #DL572014:00 - 15:29$ 379.68
Delta Air Lines Economy #DL582717:11 - 18:45€ 335.07
United Airlines Economy #UA35819:20 - 20:42$ 420.32
Amtrak Business Class 20:30 - 23:58$ 676.49
Delta Air Lines Economy #DL572122:00 - 23:09$ 379.43

Transportation from Washington DC to New York

Facts about the transport from Washington DC to New York

Cheapest Transport$72
Fastest Transport1h 14m
Earliest Departure3:15 凌晨
Latest Departure10:30 晚上
Departures per day66
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAmtrak, Delta Air Lines, FlixBus, JetBlue, United Airlines

How to get from Washington DC to New York

When you want to get from Washington DC to New York, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 518.56. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 71.75.

How far is Washington DC from New York?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Washington DC to New York. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 652 miles (1049 km).

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to New York?

The travel time from Washington DC to New York can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Washington DC to New York?

The cost of the trip from Washington DC to New York varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 71.75 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 518.56.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Washington DC to New York:

  • Bus tickets - USD 72.00 to USD 72.00;
  • Train tickets - USD 88.00 to USD 321.00;
  • Plane tickets - USD 197.00 to USD 519.00;

How many trips per day are there between Washington DC and New York?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 40 trains per day.
  • Flights from Washington DC to New York depart during the day - there are approximately 25 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 06:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to New York. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 197.00.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Washington DC to New York

Delta Air Lines, JetBlue, United Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Washington DC to New York is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Washington DC to New York

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Washington DC to New York? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 92% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 8% users took a plane.