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Compare train for California, PA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from California, PA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €172.
Distance: 172 miles (277 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €181 Average price | €130 Average price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Journey information
Overview: Train from California, PA to Washington, DC
Trains from California, PA to Washington, DC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€46) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (277 km) distance in 6h 6m.
Distance 172 miles (277 km) |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€46) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 6m |
First train 06:59 |
Last train 16:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from California, PA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between California, PA and Washington, DC from $58 (€46). 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 California, PA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from California, PA 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 California, PA 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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