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Get from Washington to Elizabethtown
The journey takes about 4 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Elizabethtown, PA 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 Elizabethtown?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Elizabethtown start at $64. The average price for this train route is around $132. 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 Elizabethtown?
The average train trip from Washington to Elizabethtown takes 4h 17m and covers 144 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 36m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Elizabethtown route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Elizabethtown?
The earliest train from Washington to Elizabethtown departs at 5:05am. The latest train departs at 6:35pm.
What is the best train operator from Washington to Elizabethtown?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Elizabethtown?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Elizabethtown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Elizabethtown?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
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 Elizabethtown, PA was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $61To 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 Elizabethtown, PA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $506 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Elizabethtown, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $144 which is on 2026-02-16.
