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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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Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Waterloo Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waterloo Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Waterloo Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
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Get from Waterloo to Washington
The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Waterloo, IN, US and Washington, DC, US?
Train companies
Based on 5637 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $173
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Waterloo, IN, 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 Waterloo to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Waterloo to Washington start at $173. The average price for this train route is around $305. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Waterloo to Washington?
The average train trip from Waterloo to Washington takes 21h 5m and covers 737 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Waterloo to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Waterloo to Washington?
The earliest train from Waterloo to Washington departs at 1:20am. The latest train departs at 10:23pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Waterloo, IN, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $95To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Waterloo, IN, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $95 to $852 for a train ticket from Waterloo, IN, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2025-12-15.
