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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 436 miles (702 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€86 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price |
11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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- Official reseller: tickets can only be bought on Omio or 's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Washington to Portsmouth.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
Trains from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€70) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:13, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 436 miles (702 km) distance in 10h 52m.
Distance 436 miles (702 km) |
Average train duration 10h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€70) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 10h 52m |
First train 06:13 |
Last train 22:00 |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portsmouth, NH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, NH
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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