Train from Washington, DC, US to Paoli, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Paoli on 13 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Paoli StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Paoli StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Paoli StationNo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Union Station
Paoli StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Paoli StationNo tags

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Get from Washington to Paoli

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 421, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21train per day
3h 11mAverage duration
183 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Paoli, PA by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Paoli?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Paoli start from R 421. The average price for this train route is around R 1 586. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Paoli?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Paoli is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 183 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Paoli route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 21 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Paoli?

    The earliest train from Washington to Paoli departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 18:35.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Washington to Paoli?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Paoli?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Washington to Paoli?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Paoli?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/01
R 1 194
11/01
R 1 530
Today
R 690
13/01
R 673
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Paoli, PA was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 673

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 Paoli, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 673 to R 14 269 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Paoli, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 673, which is on 2026-01-13.

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