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Get from Washington to Paoli
The journey takes about 3 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Paoli, PA 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 Washington to Paoli?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Paoli start from $26. The average price for this train route is around $95. 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 Washington to Paoli?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Paoli is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 114 miles (183 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 19m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators service the Washington to Paoli route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 21 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Paoli?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Paoli at 5:05am. And the latest train departs at 6:35pm.
What 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Paoli?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Washington to Paoli?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Paoli, PA was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $40To 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 $40 to $849 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 $40 which is on 2026-01-13.
