How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Washington start at CLP 33,239. The average price for this train route is around CLP 101,324. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Lancaster to Washington?

The average train trip from Lancaster to Washington takes 4h 9m and covers 142 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Washington?

The earliest train from Lancaster to Washington departs at 5:35am. The latest train departs at 9:47pm.

Train Lancaster to Washington from CLP 31,012 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:47pm	Lancaster, PA	5h 13m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
	12:46pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 39m	4:25pm	Union Station	Fastest
	12:46pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 39m	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	3:45pm	Lancaster, PA	4h 18m	8:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 40m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:47pm	Lancaster, PA	5h 13m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45am	Union Station	Fastest
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30am	Union Station	No tags
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:12pm	Lancaster, PA	4h 11m	11:23pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45am	Union Station	Fastest
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30am	Union Station	No tags
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:45pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 48m	5:33pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32am	Union Station	Fastest
	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	4h	11:56am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	4h	11:56am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	4h 43m	12:39pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	5:40pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 28m	9:08pm	Union Station	Fastest
	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	4h	11:56am	Union Station	No tags
	7:56am	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:47pm	Lancaster, PA	9h 7m	6:54am	Union Station	Cheapest
	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45am	Union Station	Fastest
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30am	Union Station	No tags
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:05pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 47m	8:52pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45am	Union Station	Fastest
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30am	Union Station	No tags
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Lancaster to Washington on June 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:05pm	Lancaster, PA	3h 47m	8:52pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	8:27am	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45am	Union Station	Fastest
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30am	Union Station	No tags
	5:35am	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	9:06am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:34 AM EDT.

Get from Lancaster to Washington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 33,239, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23train per day

4h 9mAverage Duration

142 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,821 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5821 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 33,239

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, 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.

How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Washington start at CLP 33,239. The average price for this train route is around CLP 101,324. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Lancaster to Washington?
The average train trip from Lancaster to Washington takes 4h 9m and covers 142 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 23 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Washington?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Washington departs at 5:35am. The latest train departs at 9:47pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06-08

CLP 36,651

06-09

CLP 36,651

Today

CLP 36,651

06-11

CLP 36,651

06-12

CLP 77,060

06-13

CLP 55,446

06-14

CLP 99,614

06-15

CLP 31,012

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of CLP 31,012

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 31,012 to CLP 592,983 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 31,012 which is on 2026-06-15.