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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lynchburg start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Lynchburg?

The average train journey time from Washington to Lynchburg is 3h 43m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Lynchburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Lynchburg departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Lynchburg from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Lynchburg on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:15	Union Station	3h 43m	11:58	Kemper Street Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	3h 30m	22:00	Kemper Street Station	Fastest
Train	08:15	Union Station	3h 43m	11:58	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Union Station	3h 54m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags
Train	17:00	Union Station	3h 54m	20:54	Kemper Street Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lynchburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just £20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

3h 43mAverage duration

156 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£21 - £86	Average duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£20 - £506	Average duration3h 43m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 £20

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Lynchburg, VA 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 Washington to Lynchburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Lynchburg start from £20. The average price for this train route is around £39. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Lynchburg?
The average train journey time from Washington to Lynchburg is 3h 43m, covering a distance of 156 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Lynchburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Lynchburg?
The earliest train from Washington to Lynchburg departs at 07:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

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

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lynchburg, VA was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £19

To 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 Lynchburg, VA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £19 to £275 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Lynchburg, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £19, which is on 2025-12-14.