Train from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Hartford on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Harford Union StationCheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Union Station
Harford Union StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Harford Union StationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Union Station
Harford Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Harford Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:46 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day
9h 25mAverage Duration
487 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$50 - $368Average Duration9h 25m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$74 - $910Average Duration6h 36m
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Hartford?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Hartford start at $74. The average price for this train route is around $164. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Washington to Hartford?

    The average train trip from Washington to Hartford takes 6h 36m and covers 487 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Hartford route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Hartford?

    The earliest train from Washington to Hartford departs at 5:00am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-05
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12-06
$273
Today
$114
12-08
$81
12-09
$88
12-10
$81
12-11
$88
12-12
$156
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $81

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 Hartford, CT, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $81 to $599 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-08.

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