How much is the train ticket from Cleveland to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Cleveland to Washington start from R 900. The average price for this train route is around R 2 657. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cleveland to Washington?

The average train journey time from Cleveland to Washington is 17h 26m, covering a distance of 493 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Cleveland to Washington 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 Cleveland to Washington?

The earliest train from Cleveland to Washington departs at 01:54. And the latest train departs at 05:50.

Train Cleveland to Washington from R 849 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:50	Amtrak Station	18h 41m	00:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:50	Amtrak Station	18h 41m	00:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:50	Amtrak Station	18h 41m	00:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:50	Amtrak Station	17h 26m	23:16	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:50	Amtrak Station	17h 26m	23:16	Union Station	No tags
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	05:50	Amtrak Station	17h 26m	23:16	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	Train	05:50	Amtrak Station	17h 26m	23:16	Union Station	No tags
	Train	01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:46 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cleveland to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 765, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

11h 20mAverage duration

480 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 765 - R 3 380	Average duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 900 - R 11 171	Average duration17h 26m	CO₂ emissions 45kg 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 R 900

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Cleveland to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Cleveland to Washington start from R 900. The average price for this train route is around R 2 657. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cleveland to Washington?
The average train journey time from Cleveland to Washington is 17h 26m, covering a distance of 493 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cleveland to Washington 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 Cleveland to Washington?
The earliest train from Cleveland to Washington departs at 01:54. And the latest train departs at 05:50.

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R 1 022

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The cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 849

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 849 to R 16 523 for a train ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 849, which is on 2025-12-16.