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Compare bus, train, and flight for Akron, OH to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Akron, OH to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €176.
Distance: 281 miles (453 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€89 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €252 Average price |
10h 54m Average total duration 10h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 33m Average total duration 10h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Akron to Washington trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Akron to Washington. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Akron to Washington.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Akron, OH to Washington, DC
Trains from Akron, OH to Washington, DC run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) but you can travel from only $54 (€43) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 281 miles (453 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 281 miles (453 km) |
Average train duration 10h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 10h 5m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 16:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Akron, OH to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Akron, OH and Washington, DC from $54 (€43). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Akron, OH to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Akron, OH 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
Popular train stations from Akron, OH to Washington, DC
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- 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
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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