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

The average train ticket price from Lafayette to Washington is $95. The best way to find train tickets from Lafayette 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 Lafayette to Washington?

A train trip between Lafayette and Washington is around 20h 48m, although the fastest train will take about 20h 48m. This is the time it takes to travel the 530 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Lafayette and Washington?

The number of trains from Lafayette to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Lafayette to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Once in Washington, you can exploring 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.

Trains from Lafayette (IN) to Washington (DC), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $280	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$95 - $242	Average Duration20h 48m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Lafayette to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 20 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

20h 48mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest ticket

79kgCO₂ emissions

Train Lafayette to Washington: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$95

Average train trip duration20h 48m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:56pm

Distance536 miles (863 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,092 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5092 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 $95.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Lafayette to Washington Train

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Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Lafayette and Washington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Washington.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Lafayette and Washington compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Lafayette to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

What's the cheapest way to go from Lafayette to Washington?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d	Avg Price$208	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time20h 48m	Avg Price$95	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Lafayette and Washington is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $95 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $95. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, choose the train, as it will take you from Lafayette to Washington in about 20h 48m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Trains tickets from Lafayette (IN) to Washington (DC), US