How much does a train ticket cost from Lancaster to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Washington start from CA$50. The average price for this train route is around CA$139. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Washington?

The average train journey time from Lancaster to Washington is 4h 6m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest 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 run on this route with 22 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 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:47.

Train Lancaster to Washington from CA$47 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 28 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:15	Lancaster, PA	3h 43m	21:58	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	15:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 47m	19:32	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	15:45	Lancaster, PA	4h 18m	20:03	Union Station	No tags
	15:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 47m	19:32	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	15:45	Lancaster, PA	4h 18m	20:03	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 29 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:47	Lancaster, PA	5h 13m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	08:27	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45	Union Station	Fastest
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	05:35	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30	Union Station	No tags
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 30 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:47	Lancaster, PA	5h 13m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	08:27	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45	Union Station	Fastest
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	05:35	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30	Union Station	No tags
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 1 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:15	Lancaster, PA	3h 43m	21:58	Union Station	Cheapest
	08:27	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45	Union Station	Fastest
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	05:35	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30	Union Station	No tags
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 2 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:40	Lancaster, PA	4h 1m	21:41	Union Station	Cheapest
	07:56	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32	Union Station	Fastest
	07:56	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	07:56	Lancaster, PA	4h	11:56	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	07:56	Lancaster, PA	4h	11:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 3 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:56	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	17:40	Lancaster, PA	3h 28m	21:08	Union Station	Fastest
	07:56	Lancaster, PA	3h 36m	11:32	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:56	Lancaster, PA	4h	11:56	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:56	Lancaster, PA	4h	11:56	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 4 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:12	Lancaster, PA	4h 11m	23:23	Union Station	Cheapest
	08:27	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45	Union Station	Fastest
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	05:35	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30	Union Station	No tags
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 5 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:15	Lancaster, PA	3h 43m	21:58	Union Station	Cheapest
	08:27	Lancaster, PA	3h 18m	11:45	Union Station	Fastest
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	05:35	Lancaster, PA	4h 55m	10:30	Union Station	No tags
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:05 EDT.

Get from Lancaster to Washington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 4 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just CA$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

4h 6mAverage duration

89 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,791 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5791 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 CA$50

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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Lancaster to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Washington start from CA$50. The average price for this train route is around CA$139. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Washington?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to Washington is 4h 6m, covering a distance of 89 miles. The fastest 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 run on this route with 22 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 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/04

CA$149

27/04

CA$55

Today

CA$55

29/04

CA$55

30/04

CA$55

01/05

CA$115

02/05

CA$76

03/05

CA$121

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 27 Apr 2026 with a price of CA$55

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 CA$55 to CA$885 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 CA$55, which is on 2026-04-29.