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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Cleveland start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €158. 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 Cleveland?

The average train journey time from Washington to Cleveland is 16h 28m, covering a distance of 493 km. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 56m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Cleveland 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 Cleveland?

The earliest train from Washington to Cleveland departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Cleveland from €43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	17h 18m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	10h 56m	02:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:20	Union Station	17h 33m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:20	Union Station	17h 33m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:20	Union Station	17h 33m	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

16h 30mAverage duration

498 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€44 - €190	Average duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€45 - €857	Average duration16h 28m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 €45

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 Cleveland, OH, 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 Washington to Cleveland?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Cleveland start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €158. 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 Cleveland?
The average train journey time from Washington to Cleveland is 16h 28m, covering a distance of 493 km. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
The earliest train from Washington to Cleveland departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

23/01

€195

24/01

€220

Today

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26/01

€247

27/01

€172

28/01

€156

29/01

€74

30/01

€74

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €74

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 Cleveland, OH, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €74 to €1,046 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €74, which is on 2026-01-29.