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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Downingtown, PA | Cheapest | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Union Station | Downingtown, PA | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Downingtown, PA | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Union Station | Downingtown, PA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Downingtown, PA | No tags |
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Get from Washington to Downingtown
The journey takes about 3 hours 23 minutes, and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5752 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 $47
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Downingtown 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 Washington to Downingtown?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Downingtown start at $47. The average price for this train route is around $125. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Downingtown?
The average train trip from Washington to Downingtown takes 3h 23m and covers 166 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Downingtown route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Downingtown?
The earliest train from Washington to Downingtown departs at 6:30am. The latest train departs at 6:35pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Downingtown was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Downingtown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $583 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Downingtown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-02-04.
