Trains from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. from $10

Amtrak

With transfers

1h 56m

From $10

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

1h 59m

From $10

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

2h 03m

From $20

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

2h 00m

From $23

Train - Operated by Amtrak

Amtrak

With transfers

2h 42m

From $24

Train - Operated by Amtrak

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	$20
ONE-WAY FROM	$10
AVG TRAVEL TIME	2h 04m
TRAIN COMPANIES	Amtrak, Acela

The best round-trip train deal from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $20

The best one-way train deal from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $10

Average time it takes to travel by train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

There are 2 train companies servicing this route: Amtrak, Acela

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. AlexandriaWashington, D.C., 38.806503, -77.06233

Washington, D.C. New CarrolltonWashington, D.C., 38.94778, -76.871666

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

May 3

7:55 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 03m

9:58 pmWashington, D.C. Union

May 5

5:25 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 51m

7:16 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Amtrak

May 20

9:13 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 09m

11:22 pmWashington, D.C. Union

May 23

5:05 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

6:55 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Amtrak

May 25

7:37 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 03m

9:40 pmWashington, D.C. Union

May 27

7:25 pmWashington, D.C. Union

1h 56m

9:21 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Amtrak

May 9

7:55 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 03m

9:58 pmWashington, D.C. Union

May 12

5:25 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 51m

7:16 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Amtrak

Apr 24

8:16 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 56m

10:12 pmWashington, D.C. Union

Apr 25

5:05 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

6:55 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Amtrak

Apr 24

8:16 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 56m

10:12 pmWashington, D.C. Union

Apr 25

5:05 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

6:55 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

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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

Jun 9

7:58 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 52m

9:50 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$10

Amtrak

Apr 24

8:16 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 56m

10:12 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$10

Amtrak

Jun 1

9:40 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 59m

11:39 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$10

Amtrak

Apr 26

7:55 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 03m

9:58 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$20

Amtrak

May 11

3:35 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 00m

5:35 pmWashington, D.C. Union

$23

Amtrak

May 19

7:32 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 42m

10:14 amAlexandria

$24

Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Buses

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Choose the best way to get from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C.

Buses

2h 50m

$6 one-way$12 round-trip

Nonstop · from $121 stop · from $18

Distance to downtown

ZWU • 1.7 mi

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Trains

1h 42m

$10 one-way$20 round-trip

Nonstop · from $20

Distance to downtown

ZWU • 1.7 mi

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Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Trains

Flights

1h 00m

$94 one-way$137 round-trip

Nonstop · from $1891 stop · from $116

Distance to downtown

DCA • 3.7 mi

BWI • 8.5 mi

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Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Flights

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 $10 one-way. How much you’ll pay for a train on average this month is $27 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 23m, depending on your train details. Check Acela 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 $27 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 are many trains traveling between Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. which are Amtrak and Acela. The cheapest Amtrak is what we have recently available with prices starting at $20 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 06m onboard American 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 bus 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 $137, or consider a train from Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. starting at $20. 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

May 3

ZFV7:55 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 03m

ZWU9:58 pmWashington, D.C. Union

May 5

ZWU5:25 amWashington, D.C. Union

1h 51m

ZFV7:16 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$20

Amtrak

May 16

ZFV5:45 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

1h 57m

ZWU7:42 amWashington, D.C. Union

May 16

ZWU10:00 pmWashington, D.C. Union

2h 06m

ZFV12:06 amPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$30

Amtrak

May 3

ZFV7:55 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

2h 03m

ZWU9:58 pmWashington, D.C. Union

May 4

ZWU9:15 pmWashington, D.C. Union

1h 50m

ZFV11:05 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station

$40