How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Washington start from ARS 50 493. The average price for this train route is around ARS 140 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 142 km. The quickest train can get 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 ARS 47 110 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 24 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:39	Lancaster, PA	4h 32m	15:11	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	3h 52m	09:27	Union Station	No tags
	05:35	Lancaster, PA	3h 31m	09:06	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Lancaster to Washington on 25 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	Lancaster, PA	3h 48m	17:33	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 + 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 26 April
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 + NextGen 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 27 April
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 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	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 29 April
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 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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:20 AM 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 ARS 50 493, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day

4h 6mAverage duration

142 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Based on 5789 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 50 493

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lancaster to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Washington start from ARS 50 493. The average price for this train route is around ARS 140 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 142 km. The quickest train can get 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

21/04

ARS 55 675

22/04

ARS 55 675

Today

ARS 55 675

24/04

ARS 145 611

25/04

ARS 118 488

26/04

ARS 151 322

27/04

ARS 55 675

28/04

ARS 47 110

The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of ARS 47 110

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 ARS 47 110 to ARS 900 789 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 ARS 47 110, which is on 2026-04-28.