Trains tickets from Washington (DC), US to Scranton

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Next departures to Scranton

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Scranton
    Destination location: Scranton, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Scranton
    Destination location: Scranton, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Scranton
    Destination location: Scranton, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Scranton
    Destination location: Scranton, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: Scranton
    Destination location: Scranton, PA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Scranton.

Average Price$52 - $171Average Duration9h 50m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$91 - $325Average Duration5h 35m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Scranton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Scranton. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
5h 35mAverage Duration
$91Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington to Scranton: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$147
Average train trip duration5h 35m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure1:05pm
Distance188 miles (302 km)
Latest train departure3:25pm

Washington to Scranton Train

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

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05/18
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05/19
$94
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Scranton was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of $94

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

You can expect to pay from $94 to $262 for a train ticket from Washington to Scranton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $94 which is on 2025-05-19.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to Scranton is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Scranton, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Scranton, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Washington to Scranton, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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