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Cheap train tickets from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Sep 23

Cheapest

€10

Average

€26

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.

09:41PM0h47

Pennsylvania Station

10:28PMUnion Station

€101One-way

0 transfers

05:48PM0h47

Pennsylvania Station

06:35PMUnion Station

€161One-way

0 transfers

06:08PM0h38

Pennsylvania Station

06:46PMUnion Station

€311One-way

0 transfers

05:15PM0h48

Pennsylvania Station

06:03PMUnion Station

€361One-way

0 transfers

10:07AM0h39

Pennsylvania Station

10:46AMUnion Station

€401One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 23

Amtrak Northeast Regional

05:40AM0h50

Baltimore Penn Station

06:30AMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

06:56AM0h44

Baltimore Penn Station

07:40AMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

07:35AM1h00

Penn Station Marc Sb

08:35AMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak

08:48AM0h41

Baltimore Penn Station

09:29AMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

08:55AM1h00

Penn Station Marc Sb

09:55AMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

09:35AM0h47

Baltimore Penn Station

10:22AMWashington Union Station

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Amtrak

10:07AM0h39

Baltimore Penn Station

10:46AMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

10:21AM0h37

Baltimore Penn Station

10:58AMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

10:49AM0h44

Baltimore Penn Station

11:33AMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

11:00AM0h59

Penn Station Marc Sb

11:59AMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

11:47AM0h48

Baltimore Penn Station

12:35PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

12:25PM0h38

Baltimore Penn Station

01:03PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

01:45PM0h42

Baltimore Penn Station

02:27PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak

01:55PM0h40

Baltimore Penn Station

02:35PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

02:00PM1h00

Penn Station Marc Sb

03:00PMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

02:21PM0h37

Baltimore Penn Station

02:58PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

03:00PM1h00

Penn Station Marc Sb

04:00PMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

03:30PM0h42

Baltimore Penn Station

04:12PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

03:58PM0h38

Baltimore Penn Station

04:36PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

04:05PM1h00

Penn Station Marc Sb

05:05PMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

04:50PM0h43

Baltimore Penn Station

05:33PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak

05:15PM0h48

Baltimore Penn Station

06:03PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

05:24PM0h35

Baltimore Penn Station

05:59PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

05:48PM0h47

Baltimore Penn Station

06:35PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

06:00PM1h05

Penn Station Marc Sb

07:05PMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak

06:08PM0h38

Baltimore Penn Station

06:46PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

06:51PM0h46

Baltimore Penn Station

07:37PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

07:30PM1h00

Penn Station Marc Sb

08:30PMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

07:49PM0h48

Baltimore Penn Station

08:37PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Acela

08:15PM0h37

Baltimore Penn Station

08:52PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Amtrak Northeast Regional

08:54PM0h43

Baltimore Penn Station

09:37PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

Maryland Transit

09:15PM1h00

Penn Station Marc Sb

10:15PMUnion Station Marc Washington

0 transfers

Amtrak

09:41PM0h47

Baltimore Penn Station

10:28PMWashington Union Station

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC

	Distance	35 miles (57 km)
	Average train ticket price	$36 (€32)
	Train frequency	48 a day
	Direct train	Yes, there are 48 direct trains a day
	Train providers	Amtrak or Amtrak

Trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC cover the 35 miles (57 km) long trip taking on average 44 min with our travel partners like Amtrak or Amtrak. Normally, there are 48 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $5 (€4), but the average price of train tickets is $36 (€32).

Train companies: Amtrak Acela and Amtrak from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC trains

Find the best trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC with Omio's travel partners Amtrak Acela and Amtrak from $5 (€4). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 41 min
Cheapest Price: $5
Amtrak frequency: 6 a day

Amtrak Acela is a high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. It operates along the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D. C. And Boston, Massachusetts, with stops in major cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, and New York City. The Acela Express is the fastest train in the Amtrak fleet, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph for your train to Washington, DC from Baltimore, MD. It offers three classes of service: Business Class, Acela First Class, and Coach Class. Business Class offers comfortable seating, complimentary snacks and beverages, and access to the Quiet Car. Acela First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to the Business Class Lounge. Coach Class offers comfortable seating and access to onboard Wi-Fi. All Acela trains offer power outlets and Wi-Fi access. The most popular routes for Amtrak Acela are Washington, D. C. To New York City, New York City to Boston, and Philadelphia to Washington, D. C.

Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train information with Amtrak Acela:

Average Duration: 35 min
Cheapest Price: $5
Amtrak Acela frequency: 12 a day

Baltimore to Washington, DC trains

There are 24 from Baltimore to Washington DC departing at a 30min interval from the Baltimore Penn Station. Amtrak and the Marc trains provide comfortable travel to thousands of travelers daily. If it's your first time traveling from Baltimore to Washington, prepare for the most delightful 1h journey because Omio ensures you get your ticket wherever you are. The route has high-speed trains such as the Penn, the Amtrak Acela, Amtrak cardinal, Amtrak Carolinian, and the Amtrak crest, moving at high speed of 150 miles/h (240 km/h) fastest train takes 40min. The Mark commute only to nearer cities in D.C., while Amtrak provides travel to multiple cities. For instance, the Amtrak cardinal can take days traveling to its final destination.

Booking train from Baltimore to Washington with Omio

Daily, people postpone or miss their train due to late booking and the time-consuming ticket booking process, and that's where Omio comes to the rescue. After Omio discovered the trouble most passengers go through in booking a train, a bus, or airplane, it came with an online booking platform where you can view all available modes of transport and even compare different prices with several providers. The Omio website is user-friendly, simplified to suit any traveler. All you need to do is insert your destination and choose an available ticket. You can also download the Omio app and make you're your travel ticket partner. Omio also provides lists of the transport service providers to enable you to travel with your favorite company. Visit the Omio website for subsidized train prices and time-to-time travel bonuses.

Train companies in Baltimore

Amtrak and the Marc are the two train companies operating in the Baltimore to Washington route. Amtrak provides 10 to 11 trains in a day, with the Amtrak Acela having six departures. Other Amtrak trains such as the Amtrak cardinal and Amtrak Carolinian provide single leaves as they travel beyond Baltimore to numerous cities. The long-distance Amtrak trains are equipped with necessary arrangements to ensure travelers are comfortable. The Marc provides regional rail transport and is handy when travelers are in high numbers.

Popular international routes by train

Around the United States there are many routes that you can take by train to reach the main cities or even travel to Canada. Baltimore Pennsylvania Station is one of the centers for long-distance train travel. There are numerous journeys you can take from Baltimore. Baltimore to St. Albans train travel takes 12h 20min, Baltimore to Virginia train travel takes 6h 20min, Baltimore to Georgia takes 15h 31min, Baltimore to Jacksonville, Baltimore to Indianapolis, Baltimore to Huntington, Baltimore to Cincinnati and many more. Book any of the routes with Omio today.

Arriving by train in Washington

Washington is one of the busiest towns in the U.S. Your arrival station is the Washington Union Station, one of the busiest stations in the U.S., having arrivals and departures after few minutes. You can take a one to a 2min bus to the city center or foot for 6 to 5min. Washington has people from all over the world, some are tourists, and some are on business trips while others are residents. It is a safe city; however, ensure you have everything on the check. As you peruse the beauty of the town, you can relax in one of the restaurants and order your favorite dish.

Train provider in Baltimore

Amtrak has six district trains running from Baltimore to Washington, Dc, and the Amtrak Acela having six departures. Amtrak has the most train coverage of about 81%, facilitating over 500 departures in a day in all 46 states. They operate high-speed, medium speed, and slow short distance trains. High-speed trains are suitable for long-distance travel, such as the Amtrak cardinal, equipped with the latest comfort equipment and accommodation facilities. The Maryland Area Regional Commuter has three lines from Baltimore to the Washington route. The Maryland Transit Administration owns and manages the company. It is also called the Maryland Rail Commuter. Amtrak trains also operate on the lines as it holds part of the lanes. The lines' trains can move to 125 miles/h (200 km/h) on the Penn line. The Marc has emerged as one of the fastest regional train providers in the U.S.

Baltimore Harbour. Source: Shutterstock

Main train station in Baltimore

The central train station from Baltimore to Washington is the Baltimore Pennsylvania Station. The station is constructed with the Beaux-Arts architectural design, and it's located at 1515 N. Charles Street, a mile away from the downtown. The train station has elevators, ATMs, ticket offices, restrooms, kiosks, payphones, and unaccompanied child services. The station receives thousands of travelers in and out of Baltimore city daily.

Popular journey from Baltimore to Washington

The Penn line route of the MARC is the main route. It starts from Baltimore's Penn Station, BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport train station, and the union station in Washington DC. The course takes 30min minimum and a maximum of 1h, depending on the train speed and the number of stops made. Fares cost about $15 along the route. It's a standard route for students who travel to the Bowie State University and passengers traveling to Baltimore city and Odenton.

Baltimore Reflections. Source: Shutterstock

Popular train routes from Baltimore to other cities

Baltimore trains move to all parts of the U.S. with the help of the Amtrak trains. Some of the city-to-city travels from Baltimore are to New York ($ 168), Washington, Philadelphia, Atlanta ($145), and Virginia ($145). On the Omio website, you can view available tickets for significant cities from Baltimore. Some distances are short and will take 30min or less, while other travels are long and might take days. The best thing about train travel is that you see nature's beauty as you travel in comfort and style.

Good to know

Traveling from place to place comes with a lot of forgetting. Here are some tips to help you with train travel. First, you need to book your ticket early and avoid ticket inconveniences. Secondly, ensure you arrive at your train station on time; you can buy a cup of coffee as you wait for your train. Put your travel guide in your bag before you leave the house. You can download the Omio travel guide. It will help you choose the best restaurants and provide attraction sites you might love visiting.

To Washington by train--travel tips

Washington has the most museums in the U.S.; better yet, most are accessible to the public! You can enjoy the beauty and history of Washington without paying a penny. Using your tour guide, find at least three museums you'd love to visit. Washington houses United States Capitol and Capitol Hill, Library Congress, Lincoln Memorial and World War 2 Memorial.

If you have a special bond with wild animals, visit the National Zoo. It is probably one of the places you will love: it has over 2000 wild animals from 300 species. You can also make reservations to the white house in advance and experience the beauty in and around the palace. Apart from the beautiful places you can visit, D.C. gives you a chance to taste the most delicious foods in the world; walk in a restaurant and ask for the chef's choice. You will love it.

FAQs: Trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC

FAQs: Travel by train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC.

Cheap train tickets from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is $36 (€32); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is 44 min to travel the 35 mile (57 km) long trip, with around there are 48 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC leaves at 4: 40 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC leaves at 11: 50 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC without having to change trains with Amtrak or Amtrak. There are 48 direct trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Washington, DC. Take the fast train with Amtrak from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC.

Take the Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train with Amtrak or Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 50 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is June.

Yes, you can take a bus to Washington, DC from Baltimore, MD.

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