The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
34 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
32
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 32 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Washington, DC on Wed, Jan 14, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 14 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Wed, Jan 14 the slowest trains will take 40 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.
129 Northeast Regional
55 Vermonter
151 Northeast Regional
137 Northeast Regional
175 Northeast Regional
2117 Acela
2153 Acela
2109 Acela
2159 Acela
181 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train and bus 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 €5. 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 €5, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
119 Northeast Regional | 6:46 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 7:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2117 Acela | 7:18 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h34 | 7:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
125 Northeast Regional | 7:21 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h43 | 8:04 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
131 Northeast Regional | 8:00 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h45 | 8:45 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2159 Acela | 8:21 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h37 | 8:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
171 Northeast Regional | 8:33 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h52 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
93 Northeast Regional | 9:39 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h46 | 10:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 9:57 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h50 | 10:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
97 Silver Meteor | 10:32 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h48 | 11:20 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
85 Northeast Regional | 10:50 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h44 | 11:34 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
173 Northeast Regional | 11:44 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h44 | 12:28 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 14 | |||||
2167 Acela | 12:16 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h40 | 12:56 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
129 Northeast Regional | 12:18 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h43 | 1:01 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
193 Northeast Regional | 1:08 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 1:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
197 Northeast Regional | 1:43 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 2:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
137 Northeast Regional | 2:02 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h51 | 2:53 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
55 Vermonter | 2:20 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 3:02 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
175 Northeast Regional | 3:38 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h41 | 4:19 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
67 Northeast Regional | 11:04 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h50 | 11:54 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
151 Northeast Regional | 11:10 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h48 | 11:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
111 Northeast Regional | 12:36 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h46 | 1:22 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
181 Northeast Regional | 1:22 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h40 | 2:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 1:48 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h48 | 2:36 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
113 Northeast Regional | 2:07 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h46 | 2:53 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
51 Cardinal | 2:33 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h41 | 3:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 3:13 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h49 | 4:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2109 Acela | 3:16 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h37 | 3:53 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
183 Northeast Regional | 3:20 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h44 | 4:04 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional | 4:00 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h41 | 4:41 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
185 Northeast Regional | 5:07 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h45 | 5:52 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
2153 Acela | 5:24 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h36 | 6:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
95 Northeast Regional | 6:23 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0h42 | 7:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $7 (€5) 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 35 miles (57 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€5) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 32 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Maryland Transit from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, Maryland Transit trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Traveling by train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
The train connection between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC is a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two cities. Amtrak provides regular service on this route, allowing passengers to enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views along the journey. With trains running frequently throughout the day, travelers can easily explore the rich culture and attractions that both cities have to offer.
Train Connection: Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
The train connection between Baltimore and Washington, DC is direct with a duration of 41 minutes. There are approximately 15 connections available per day. Passengers will depart from Pennsylvania Station in Maryland and arrive at Union Station in Washington, DC.
Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
The first daily train journey departs from Baltimore at 4:43 AM, providing an early start for travelers heading to the nation's capital. The last train of the day leaves Washington, DC at 11:49 PM, allowing late-night arrivals back in Baltimore after a full day of exploration.
Train Tickets Price for Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Baltimore and Washington is $22 (20€). The average ticket price typically ranges around $30.
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FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
- 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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