The cheapest and fastest trains from Burlington, VT to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
17 h 21 m
Average duration
17 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
697 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burlington, VT 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 Burlington, VT to Washington, DC will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burlington, VT for Washington, DC on Wed, Dec 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 697 km distance in an average of 17 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 21 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 17 h 21 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Burlington, VT to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Burlington, VT to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, and a flight costs an average of €184.
Distance: 433 miles (697 km)
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€169 Average price | €272 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest |
11h 33m Average total duration 11h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 42m Average total duration 14h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Burlington, VT to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Burlington, VT to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:33 PM Burlington, VT | 17h21 | 10:54 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Burlington, VT to Washington, DC by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Dec 03
Dec 04
Dec 05
Dec 06
Dec 07
Dec 08
Dec 09
Journey information
Overview: Train from Burlington, VT to Washington, DC
Trains from Burlington, VT to Washington, DC run on average 9 times per day, taking around 11h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€83) but you can travel from only $77 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 15:35. The fastest train covers the 433 miles (697 km) distance in 12h 9m.
Distance 433 miles (697 km) |
Average train duration 11h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€83) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 12h 9m |
First train 04:58 |
Last train 15:35 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Burlington, VT to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Burlington, VT and Washington, DC from $77 (€62). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak
FAQs: Trains from Burlington, VT to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burlington, VT 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 Burlington, VT to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with designated pickup and drop-off areas. Additional parking information can be found at ParkBurlington.
- Hen of the Wood
- The Farmhouse Tap & Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown
- Hotel Vermont
- Courtyard Burlington Harbor
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform access via main hall
- Bus: Green Mountain Transit
- Taxi services 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
Most popular train connections from Burlington, VT
More options for your journey from Burlington, VT to Washington, DC
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need


