How much does a train ticket from Cleveland to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Cleveland to Washington is $171. The best way to find train tickets from Cleveland to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cleveland to Washington?

A train trip between Cleveland and Washington is around 17h 26m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 305 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cleveland and Washington?

The number of trains from Cleveland to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cleveland to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Cleveland to Washington?

When taking the train from Cleveland to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Cleveland to Washington from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Cleveland to Washington on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	1:54am	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	1:54am	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	5:50am	Amtrak Station	17h 26m	11:16pm	Union Station	No tags
	5:50am	Amtrak Station	21h 10m	3:00am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Washington on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:54am	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
1:54am	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
5:50am	Amtrak Station	18h 47m	12:37am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Cleveland to Washington on November 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:54am	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
1:54am	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
5:50am	Amtrak Station	18h 41m	12:31am	Union Station	No tags
5:50am	Amtrak Station	18h 41m	12:31am	Union Station	No tags
5:50am	Amtrak Station	18h 41m	12:31am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:12 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cleveland to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

11h 20mAverage Duration

303 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $125	Average Duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $555	Average Duration17h 26m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5594 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 $52

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/18

$69

11/19

$59

Today

$69

11/21

$147

11/22

$179

11/23

No data

11/24

$85

11/25

$69

The cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $59

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $59 to $1,238 for a train ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-11-25.