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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Meriden, CT | Cheapest | ||||
NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Train | Union Station | Meriden, CT | Fastest | ||||
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NextGen Acela + Amtrak | Train | Union Station | Meriden, CT | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Meriden, CT | No tags |
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Get from Washington to Meriden
The journey takes about 6 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5644 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $159
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Meriden by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Washington to Meriden?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Meriden start at $159. The average price for this train route is around $286. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Meriden?
The average train trip from Washington to Meriden takes 6h 16m and covers 463 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Meriden route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Meriden?
The earliest train from Washington to Meriden 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.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Meriden was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $84To 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 Meriden, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $592 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Meriden based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $152 which is on 2025-12-15.
