Washington to Elizabeth by train
Elizabeth lies 311 km (193 mi) north-east of Washington, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 13 min at the speeds typical of United States rail, over roughly 380 km (236 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Washington | Elizabeth | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 689,545 | 129,007 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/New_York) | UTC-4 (America/New_York) |
| Stations on record | Washington Union Station, Baltimore and Potomac Railroad Station, New Jersey Avenue Station | Elizabeth station, North Elizabeth, Elizabeth station |
| Postal codes | 20001–56972 | 07201–07208 |
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Common questions
How far is Elizabeth from Washington?
311 km (193 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Washington; by road roughly 380 km (236 mi).
How long does it take to get from Washington to Elizabeth by train?
About 4 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Washington and Elizabeth?
No, both are on America/New_York at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.