Train from Westerly to Washington

Travel Recommendation: Westerly, RI to Washington, DC

Air

• Companies: American Airlines, Delta Airlines
• Duration: Approximately 4 hours (including layover)
• Distance: 380 miles
• Costs: Approximately ZAR 2,800 - ZAR 4,500 (depending on booking time and service class)
• Roads/Routes: No specific roads; Flight Path over New England and Mid-Atlantic

Pro Tip: Book your tickets at least 3-4 weeks in advance to secure lower prices, and consider flying during midweek for better rates.

Train

• Companies: Amtrak
• Duration: Approximately 7 hours
• Distance: 360 miles
• Costs: Approximately ZAR 1,600 - ZAR 2,800 (dependent on class and purchase time)
• Roads/Routes: Route along the Northeast Corridor, with stops in New London and New Haven

Pro Tip: Take advantage of the Amtrak app to track your train in real-time and find updates on delays.

Car

• Companies: [Rental options from companies like Hertz, Enterprise]
• Duration: Approximately 6-7 hours (without heavy traffic)
• Distance: 360 miles
• Costs: Approximately ZAR 2,700 - ZAR 4,200 (including fuel and tolls)
• Roads/Routes: Interstate 95 South and Interstate 395 towards DC

Pro Tip: Use a GPS app like Waze to navigate around traffic jams and road closure updates in real-time.

Recommendation

For a balance of cost and time efficiency, taking a flight with American Airlines or Delta Airlines is the best option if you can find a good fare. However, if you prefer to see the sights along the way and enjoy a more relaxed pace, consider the train journey with Amtrak. Those who enjoy driving will find the road trip pleasurable along the I-95 corridor, but do account for traffic in and around DC.