The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
6RM
Average price
43RM
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
36 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC will cost around 43RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 6RM.
Of the 40 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Washington, DC every day 40 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
175 Northeast Regional10:38 PM0h41Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD11:19 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC6 RM1One-way0 changes
129 Northeast Regional7:18 PM0h43Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD8:01 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC6 RM1One-way0 changes
193 Northeast Regional8:35 PM0h47Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD9:22 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC6 RM1One-way0 changes
173 Northeast Regional6:49 PM0h49Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD7:38 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC6 RM1One-way0 changes
197 Northeast Regional8:49 PM0h43Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD9:32 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC10 RM1One-way0 changes
2123 Acela6:35 PM0h36Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD7:11 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC61 RM1One-way0 changes
2165 Acela5:40 PM0h36Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD6:16 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC53 RM1One-way0 changes
2171 Acela9:40 PM0h36Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD10:16 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC61 RM1One-way0 changes
2103 NextGen Acela8:33 AM0h36Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD9:09 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC45 RM1One-way0 changes
2107 Acela9:54 AM0h36Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD10:30 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC53 RM1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 5RM. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 5RM, and a coach costs an average of 8RM.
Distance: 57 km
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Live departures
Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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2123 Acela | 6:35 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h36 | 7:11 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 6:49 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h49 | 7:38 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 7:18 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h43 | 8:01 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2127 NextGen Acela | 8:21 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h40 | 9:01 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 8:35 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h47 | 9:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 8:49 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h43 | 9:32 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 9:07 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h48 | 9:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
55 Vermonter | 9:20 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 10:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2171 Acela | 9:40 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h36 | 10:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2131 NextGen Acela | 10:20 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h40 | 11:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 10:38 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h41 | 11:19 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
67 Northeast Regional | 6:04 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h50 | 6:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
151 Northeast Regional | 6:10 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h48 | 6:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 7:36 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h46 | 8:22 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
181 Northeast Regional | 8:22 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h40 | 9:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2103 NextGen Acela | 8:33 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h36 | 9:09 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
89 Palmetto | 8:48 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h52 | 9:40 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
113 Northeast Regional | 9:07 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h46 | 9:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2107 Acela | 9:54 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h36 | 10:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
79 Carolinian | 10:13 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h49 | 11:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h44 | 11:04 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2109 NextGen Acela | 10:42 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h40 | 11:22 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 11:00 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h41 | 11:41 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2151 NextGen Acela | 11:20 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h39 | 11:59 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 12:07 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h45 | 12:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2113 NextGen Acela | 12:20 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h38 | 12:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 1:23 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 2:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2155 NextGen Acela | 1:26 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h36 | 2:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
119 Northeast Regional | 2:04 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 2:46 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2115 NextGen Acela | 2:14 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h44 | 2:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 2:28 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h43 | 3:11 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 3:00 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h48 | 3:48 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2159 NextGen Acela | 3:22 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h39 | 4:01 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 3:33 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h52 | 4:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2119 NextGen Acela | 4:34 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h40 | 5:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 4:39 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h46 | 5:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
19 Crescent | 4:57 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h50 | 5:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 5:32 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h48 | 6:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
2165 Acela | 5:40 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h36 | 6:16 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 5:50 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h49 | 6:39 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
Trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC run on average 32 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 5RM if you book in advance.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 40m.
Distance 57 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price 5RM |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Maryland Transit from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Maryland Transit trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC from 5RM. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC
Most Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC trains use the Pennsylvania Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Baltimore, MD station do trains to Washington, DC leave from?
Getting to Pennsylvania Station from Baltimore city centre
Pennsylvania Station is 1 km from Baltimore city centre. Public transport options include:
Pennsylvania Station train station facilities and services
Pennsylvania Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Helmand, Tapas Teatro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pennsylvania Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pennsylvania Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pennsylvania Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pennsylvania Station: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown, The Ivy Hotel, Hotel Revival Baltimore.
Which Washington, DC station do trains from Baltimore, MD arrive at?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.

