Train from Lynchburg, VA to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Lynchburg to Washington on 12 December
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AmtrakTrain
Kemper Street Station
Union StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Kemper Street Station
Union StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Kemper Street Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Kemper Street Station
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Kemper Street Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lynchburg to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 451, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
3h 55mAverage duration
251 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 505 - R 1 974Average duration4h 35m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 451 - R 9 794Average duration3h 55m
23kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lynchburg, VA 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Lynchburg to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Lynchburg to Washington start from R 451. The average price for this train route is around R 702. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Lynchburg to Washington?

    The average train journey time from Lynchburg to Washington is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 251 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Lynchburg to Washington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lynchburg to Washington?

    The earliest train from Lynchburg to Washington departs at 07:34. And the latest train departs at 17:40.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 416
11/12
R 416
Today
R 658
13/12
R 416
14/12
R 416
15/12
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16/12
R 416
17/12
R 416
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lynchburg, VA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 416

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

You can expect to pay from R 416 to R 6 191 for a train ticket from Lynchburg, VA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 416, which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lynchburg, VA to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Lynchburg, VA and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 702 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 451. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Lynchburg, VA to Washington, DC, US in about 3h 55m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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