Train from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cleveland to Washington on January 27
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cleveland to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
11h 20mAverage Duration
498 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$68 - $182Average Duration11h 20m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$73 - $1,574Average Duration11h 16m
45kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cleveland to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cleveland to Washington start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Cleveland to Washington?

    The average train trip from Cleveland to Washington takes 11h 16m and covers 493 km. The quickest train gets you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cleveland to Washington route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cleveland to Washington?

    The earliest train from Cleveland to Washington departs at 1:54am. The latest train departs at 5:50am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
01-24
$120
01-25
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Today
$278
01-27
$194
01-28
$170
01-29
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01-30
$120
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $120

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $120 to $877 for a train ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2026-01-30.

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