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Get from Lancaster to Washington
The journey takes about 4 hours 1 minute, and with fares starting at just R 582, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 582
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, US 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 Lancaster to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Washington start from R 582. The average price for this train route is around R 1 381. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lancaster to Washington?
The average train journey time from Lancaster to Washington is 4h 1m, covering a distance of 142 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Lancaster to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 20 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lancaster to Washington?
The earliest train from Lancaster to Washington departs at 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:47.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 543To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 543 to R 6 064 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 543, which is on 2026-01-27.
