Train from Washington, DC, US to Elizabethtown, PA: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Elizabethtown on January 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Elizabethtown, PACheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Elizabethtown, PANo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Union Station
Elizabethtown, PANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Elizabethtown, PANo tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak
Train
Union Station
Elizabethtown, PANo tags

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Get from Washington to Elizabethtown

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 4 hours 19 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day
4h 19mAverage Duration
89 milesDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Elizabethtown, PA by train

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

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Elizabethtown start from $46. The average price for this train route is around $98. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Washington to Elizabethtown is 4h 19m, covering a distance of 89 miles (144 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 36m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.

  3. Which train operators service the Washington to Elizabethtown route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Elizabethtown?

    The earliest train departs from Washington to Elizabethtown at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 6:35pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Washington to Elizabethtown?

    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 15 reviews.

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

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

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Washington to Elizabethtown?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveler 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
01/24
$64
01/25
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Today
$54
01/27
$54
01/28
$43
01/29
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01/31
$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Elizabethtown, PA was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $43

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 Elizabethtown, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $365 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Elizabethtown, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2026-01-28.

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