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NYC to DC Car Service
Artisan Limo's NYC to DC car service drives you door to door from any New York City address to Washington, DC, Capitol Hill, K Street, Georgetown or the DC airports, in a private sedan, SUV or Sprinter. No Penn Station, no Union Station and no airport security. Enter your two addresses and you will see your price before you book. Book online or call (888) 817-1216.
Reserve your ride
Door-to-door service · Price shown before you book · 15 minutes of waiting at each listed stop · Gratuity optional
- NYC to DC
- Direct pickup at your address and drop-off at your destination.Enter your two addresses
- Starting fares
- From $135 in an Executive Sedan. A DC trip costs more, and your exact price shows before you book.NYC to DC prices
- DC to NYC
- We drive both ways. Book the return as its own trip.Enter your DC pickup
National rate card · Point to point
NYC to DC car service prices
Every Washington trip is priced by the exact pickup and drop-off address. Our standard starting fares are Executive Sedan from $135, Suburban from $155, Escalade from $185 and S-Class or 7 Series from $235. Sedans seat 2 passengers with 3 bags; SUVs seat 6 passengers with 6 bags.
| Vehicle | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $135 |
| Executive SUV — Suburban | $155 |
| Luxury SUV — Escalade | $185 |
| Luxury Sedan — S-Class/7 Series | $235 |
- Starting fares are the minimum for each vehicle class, not a fixed airport or destination fare. A trip to DC costs more than the starting fare, and the exact price shows as soon as you enter your addresses. Required trip costs are included and gratuity is optional.
Teams and groups can book a Sprinter or Mini Coach by written quote.
Compare
NYC to Washington DC: car, train, bus or plane?
Compare the whole journey: stations, transfers, luggage and the arrival time you need.
For one traveler, the train is usually the fastest. For a group, a family with luggage, an early meeting or an exact address at both ends, a private car is often easier.
Amtrak routes checked October 4, 2026. Choose your exact departure on amtrak.com for its current journey time and fare; include transfers at both ends in your comparison.
| Option | Time | Door to door? | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private car service | Depends on your addresses and traffic | Yes | Leave when you want. Work, take calls or rest in a private car. One price per car. |
| Amtrak Acela | Departure-specific timetable | No | Penn Station to Union Station. Add the trip to and from each station. |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | Departure-specific timetable | No | More stops and usually a lower fare than Acela. |
| Bus | Check the departure schedule | No | Compare current per-person fares and the departure stop. |
| Flight | Check the flight schedule | No | Plus the drive to the airport, security and the ride in from DCA, IAD or BWI. |
The drive
The drive from NYC to DC
Most trips take the Holland or Lincoln Tunnel to the New Jersey Turnpike, then I-95 south through Delaware and Maryland into Washington. Weekday rush hours around New York, Baltimore and DC, plus Friday afternoons and holiday weekends, are the slowest times. Allow extra time if you have a hearing, a meeting or a flight.
Want a stop on the way, such as Philadelphia, Wilmington or Baltimore? List it when you book. Each listed stop includes 15 minutes of waiting. A short break on the way? Just ask when you book.
Destinations
Where we drive in the Washington area
| Destination | Typical trip |
|---|---|
| Capitol Hill and the Hill offices | Meetings, hearings and visits |
| Downtown and K Street | Law firms, lobbying and business meetings |
| Georgetown and Dupont Circle | Hotels, homes and universities |
| Union Station | Connecting to or from a train |
| DCA, IAD and BWI airports | Flights out of Washington |
| Northern Virginia and Maryland | Arlington, Alexandria, Tysons, Bethesda and beyond |
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle for Washington
| Vehicle | Passengers / bags | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | 2 / 3 | Business trips |
| Executive SUV (Suburban) | 6 / 6 | Families, more luggage |
| Luxury SUV (Escalade) | 6 / 6 | Long-distance comfort |
| Luxury Sedan (S-Class / 7 Series) | 2 / 3 | Executives, government and VIP travel |
| Sprinter / Mini Coach | About 13 (Sprinter) / up to 24 (Mini Coach) passengers | Delegations, teams and school groups, by written quote |
Who books
Who books a car from NYC to DC
Business meetings
Executives, lawyers and lobbyists with meetings in Washington who want to work the whole way.
Delegations and teams
Delegations and teams traveling together on one schedule.
Family trips
Families visiting colleges, monuments or relatives, with luggage and kids.
Instead of flying
Travelers who don't want to fly or were caught by a cancelled flight.
DC to NYC
DC to NYC car service
We drive from Washington to New York too. Enter your DC pickup and New York address the same way. Book the return as its own trip so the time is confirmed. Arriving in Manhattan?
More routes
Other routes from NYC
Only going as far as Philadelphia, or heading north?
Personal attention, every mile
Before you book
NYC to DC car service FAQ
For your exact route, vehicle and timing, review the trip details and terms before submitting.
Speak with the conciergeHow much is a car service from NYC to DC?
It depends on the exact addresses and the vehicle. Fares start at $135 in a sedan, and a DC trip costs more than that. Enter your pickup and drop-off to see the exact price before you book.
How much is a car service from DC to NYC?
It is priced the same way, by the exact addresses and vehicle. Enter your DC pickup and New York drop-off to see the price.
How long is the drive from NYC to DC?
The timing depends on your exact addresses, departure time, stops and traffic. Check a current route estimate and leave a buffer for meetings, flights and other fixed deadlines.
How far is DC from NYC?
Distance depends on the exact pickup and destination. Enter both addresses to plan the routed trip; airport and suburban addresses can differ considerably from city-center journeys.
Can you Uber from NYC to DC?
Sometimes, but rideshare prices for a long trip change with demand and not every driver accepts one. With Artisan you see the full price before you book, a professional chauffeur drives, and the vehicle is confirmed in advance.
What is the cheapest way to get from NYC to DC?
Compare current bus or train fares for your whole party, station transfers and the quoted vehicle total. A bus or advance train fare may cost less for one traveler; a private car provides direct door-to-door travel.
Can we stop on the way to DC?
Yes. List your stops when you book. Each listed stop includes 15 minutes of waiting.
Can you pick me up at the airport and drive me to DC?
Yes. Add your flight number and your chauffeur will track the flight, include 60 minutes of domestic-arrival waiting or 90 minutes for international arrivals in a sedan or SUV, and drive you straight to Washington.
Plan the rest of your journey
Book your car to Washington DC
- Manhattan car serviceStarting from Manhattan? Hotels, offices and homes across the borough.
- Car service NYCEvery NYC airport, service and area in one place.
Planning sources and references
Airport, facility and local instructions may change. Review the linked sources for current guidance and use the meeting details confirmed for your reservation.
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