How much is the train ticket from Washington to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Pittsburgh start from R 650. The average price for this train route is around R 1 585. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Pittsburgh?

The average train journey time from Washington to Pittsburgh is 9h 52m, covering a distance of 309 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 43m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

The earliest train from Washington to Pittsburgh departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 16:57.

Train Washington to Pittsburgh from R 608 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Pittsburgh on 27 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Pittsburgh on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Pittsburgh on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Pittsburgh on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Pittsburgh on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:10	Union Station	10h 55m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:10	Union Station	10h 55m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:20	Union Station	9h 45m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Pittsburgh on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	12h 52m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	12h 52m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	12h 52m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Pittsburgh on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	7h 43m	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	11h 15m	20:05	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:43 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 628, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

7h 5mAverage duration

309 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 628 - R 2 994	Average duration7h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 650 - R 8 830	Average duration9h 52m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Pittsburgh?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Pittsburgh

A
Intermodal Station
55 11th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, USA
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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 R 650

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 Pittsburgh 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 Washington to Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Pittsburgh start from R 650. The average price for this train route is around R 1 585. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Pittsburgh?
The average train journey time from Washington to Pittsburgh is 9h 52m, covering a distance of 309 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The earliest train from Washington to Pittsburgh departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 16:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 1 709

25/01

R 2 317

Today

R 1 512

27/01

R 1 397

28/01

R 1 512

29/01

R 1 019

30/01

R 1 019

31/01

R 1 019

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 019

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 Pittsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 019 to R 7 937 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 019, which is on 2026-01-29.