The cheapest and fastest trains from Akron, OH to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Akron, OH to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Akron, OH to Washington, DC will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
Of the 3 trains that leave Akron, OH for Washington, DC on Sun, Feb 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Feb 15 the direct trains cover the 453 km distance in an average of 11 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
On Sun, Feb 15 the slowest trains will take 11 h 55 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.
41 Floridian
41 Floridian
41 Floridian
41 Floridian
41 Floridian
41 FloridianTravel Information
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 €41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €129.
Distance: 281 miles (453 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€98 Average price | €73 Average price Cheapest | €286 Average price |
10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Akron, OH to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Akron, OH to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Sunday, February 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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41 Floridian | 6:15 AM Elyria Station, Elyria, OH | 11h55 | 6:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | ||
41 Floridian | 6:54 AM Cleveland Amtrak, Cleveland, OH | 11h16 | 6:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | ||
41 Floridian | 8:05 AM Alliance Station, Alliance, OH | 10h05 | 6:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | ||
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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 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€49) but you can travel from only $52 (€41) 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 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€49) |
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 $52 (€41). 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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