Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
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| Lancaster, PA | Union Station | ||||
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| Lancaster, PA | Union Station | ||||
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| Lancaster, PA | Union Station | ||||
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| Lancaster, PA | Union Station | ||||
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Get from Lancaster to Washington
The journey takes about 4 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 6489 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at CA$51
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 CA$51. The average price for this train route is around CA$160. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Lancaster to Washington is 4h 18m, covering a distance of 89 miles (142 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Lancaster to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lancaster to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Lancaster to Washington at 5:30am. And the latest train departs at 9:47pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Sep 16, 2026 with a price of CA$48To 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 CA$48 to CA$910 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 CA$48 which is on 2026-09-21.
