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PHL — WAS
Jul 15 — Jul 221
1 adult
Tue 7/15

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Amtrak
With transfers
2h 06m
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Amtrak
With transfers
2h 02m
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Amtrak
With transfers
2h 03m
Amtrak
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With transfers
2h 02m
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With transfers
2h 48m
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With transfers
2h 46m
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Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. train information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and train companies that offer trains from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

ROUND-TRIP FROM

$22

ONE-WAY FROM

$11

AVG TRAVEL TIME

2h 01m

TRAIN COMPANIES

Amtrak
The best round-trip train deal from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $22
The best one-way train deal from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $11
Average time it takes to travel by train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.
There is 1 train company servicing this route: Amtrak

Cheapest trains to Washington, D.C.


Philadelphia Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Newark StationPhiladelphia, 39.669691, -75.753508
Philadelphia NorthPhiladelphia, 39.997289, -75.155199
Philadelphia TrentonPhiladelphia, 40.218334, -74.755
Philadelphia 30th Street StationPhiladelphia, 39.955833, -75.181944

Washington, D.C. Train Station Directory

Location of major train stations in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. LortonWashington, D.C., 38.70814, -77.22094
Washington, D.C. AberdeenWashington, D.C., 39.508446, -76.16326
Washington, D.C. FredericksburgWashington, D.C., 38.298412, -77.45721
Washington, D.C. New CarrolltonWashington, D.C., 38.94778, -76.871666
Washington, D.C. AlexandriaWashington, D.C., 38.806503, -77.06233
Washington, D.C. UnionWashington, D.C., 38.89731, -77.00626

Book round-trip train tickets from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip train tickets from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
Amtrak
Aug 10
10:48 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
1h 59m
12:47 amWashington, D.C. Union
Aug 13
10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Union
2h 06m
12:06 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Amtrak
Jul 29
7:28 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 14m
9:42 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Jul 30
10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Union
2h 06m
12:06 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Amtrak
Aug 17
9:43 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 04m
11:47 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Aug 18
5:00 amWashington, D.C. Union
1h 51m
6:51 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Amtrak
Aug 19
6:26 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 03m
8:29 amWashington, D.C. Union
Aug 24
5:22 amWashington, D.C. Union
1h 52m
7:14 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Amtrak
Jul 31
7:28 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 14m
9:42 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Aug 3
5:22 amWashington, D.C. Union
1h 52m
7:14 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Amtrak
Jul 25
12:20 amTrenton
6h 09m
6:29 amWashington, D.C. Union
Jul 28
5:00 amWashington, D.C. Union
2h 24m
7:24 amTrenton

Book one-way train tickets from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way train tickets from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find train tickets by date.
Amtrak
Aug 8
7:53 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 06m
9:59 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Aug 12
9:11 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 02m
11:13 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Jul 16
6:26 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 03m
8:29 amWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Jul 15
9:11 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 02m
11:13 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Amtrak
Jul 16
3:29 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 48m
6:17 pmAlexandria
Amtrak
Aug 12
9:44 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 46m
12:30 pmAlexandria

FAQs for booking trains from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

How much does a train ticket from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. cost?

A ticket from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. for this week starts from $11 one-way. How much you’ll pay for a train on average this month is $21 one-way. Keep in mind that the ticket price is generally dependent on when you book, the desired route, and class.

How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

The most time-efficient journey by train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. currently available is 1h 41m. Travel time typically varies by up to 0h 20m, depending on your train details. Check Amtrak if you need to get to your destination as quickly as possible.

When should I purchase the train tickets from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

The cost of a train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. is about $21 one-way this week. Our data shows that prices are fairly stable throughout the next 3 months. You can book now to make sure your seat is secured.

Which train companies operate between Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

There is a train traveling between Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. which is Amtrak and currently our only available option.. The cheapest Amtrak is what we have recently available with prices starting at $22 round-trip.

How far is Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. by train?

While Washington, D.C. is 123.7 mi away from Philadelphia, the distance by train is longer depending on the route. In terms of time, a normal route is around 1h 41m.

Is a train the fastest way to get from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

The quickest way is to book a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., which can be as quick as 1h 00m onboard United Airlines. You can also get a train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C., or a bus from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

Is a train the cheapest way to get from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.?

A train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. is currently going to be the least expensive option currently available. You can also find deals for a flight from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. starting at $146, or consider a bus from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. starting at $51. Both of these alternative options are worth considering when looking to reach your destination.


Amtrak trains from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Our best Amtrak deals on Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. train tickets
Amtrak
Aug 10
ZFV10:48 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
1h 59m
ZWU12:47 amWashington, D.C. Union
Aug 13
ZWU10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Union
2h 06m
ZFV12:06 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Amtrak
Jul 31
ZFV7:28 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
2h 14m
ZWU9:42 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Aug 3
ZWU5:22 amWashington, D.C. Union
1h 52m
ZFV7:14 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Amtrak
Jul 25
ZTN12:20 amTrenton
6h 09m
ZWU6:29 amWashington, D.C. Union
Jul 28
ZWU5:00 amWashington, D.C. Union
2h 24m
ZTN7:24 amTrenton

Popular train routes to Washington, D.C.

Most frequently searched train routes to Washington, D.C., along with the cheapest price and shortest travel time.
Trains to Washington, D.C. from New York
Fastest travel time2h 46m
Cheapest price$70
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Boston
Fastest travel time6h 35m
Cheapest price$181
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Baltimore
Fastest travel time0h 27m
Cheapest price$25
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Richmond
Fastest travel time2h 17m
Cheapest price$37
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Chicago
Fastest travel time17h 25m
Cheapest price$289
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Charlottesville
Fastest travel time2h 27m
Cheapest price$36
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Orlando
Fastest travel time17h 49m
Cheapest price$264
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Charlotte
Fastest travel time8h 16m
Cheapest price$154
Trains to Washington, D.C. from South Bend
Fastest travel time15h 56m
Cheapest price$257
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Jacksonville
Fastest travel time14h 14m
Cheapest price$228
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Providence
Fastest travel time6h 03m
Cheapest price$208
Trains to Washington, D.C. from Fayetteville
Fastest travel time6h 48m
Cheapest price$181

Other train routes from Philadelphia

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Trains from Philadelphia to New York
Fastest travel time0h 52m
Cheapest price$38
Trains from Philadelphia to Boston
Fastest travel time4h 56m
Cheapest price$144
Trains from Philadelphia to Baltimore
Fastest travel time1h 05m
Cheapest price$33
Trains from Philadelphia to Providence
Fastest travel time4h 22m
Cheapest price$132
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Fastest travel time20h 09m
Cheapest price$300
Trains from Philadelphia to New Haven
Fastest travel time3h 08m
Cheapest price$95
Trains from Philadelphia to Miami
Fastest travel time26h 04m
Cheapest price$372
Trains from Philadelphia to Atlanta
Fastest travel time17h 05m
Cheapest price$275
Trains from Philadelphia to Jacksonville
Fastest travel time16h 30m
Cheapest price$315

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