How much is the train ticket from Elkhart to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Elkhart to Washington start from R 1 386. The average price for this train route is around R 2 752. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Elkhart to Washington?

The average train journey time from Elkhart to Washington is 15h 41m, covering a distance of 821 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Elkhart to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Elkhart to Washington?

The earliest train from Elkhart to Washington departs at 21:29. And the latest train departs at 21:29.

Train Elkhart to Washington from R 1 646 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
21:29	Elkhart Station	21h 59m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
21:29	Elkhart Station	21h 59m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
21:29	Elkhart Station	21h 59m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
21:29	Elkhart Station	21h 59m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
21:29	Elkhart Station	21h 59m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
21:29	Elkhart Station	21h 59m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Elkhart to Washington on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
21:29	Elkhart Station	15h 41m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags
00:27	Elkhart Station	1d 2h	03:00	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:48 AM EST.

Get from Elkhart to Washington

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 15 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 386, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

15h 41mAverage duration

821 kmDistance

75kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 386

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Elkhart to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Elkhart to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Elkhart to Washington start from R 1 386. The average price for this train route is around R 2 752. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Elkhart to Washington?
The average train journey time from Elkhart to Washington is 15h 41m, covering a distance of 821 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Elkhart to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Elkhart to Washington?
The earliest train from Elkhart to Washington departs at 21:29. And the latest train departs at 21:29.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/01

R 1 646

27/01

R 3 389

Today

R 1 939

29/01

R 1 646

30/01

R 1 646

31/01

R 2 819

01/02

R 1 939

02/02

R 1 939

The cheapest trip from Elkhart to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 646

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 646 to R 8 700 for a train ticket from Elkhart to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 646, which is on 2026-01-29.