The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$74
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle, PA 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 Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.
It's difficult to get from Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
658 Keystone Service · 175 Northeast Regional
656 Keystone Service · 137 Northeast Regional
654 Keystone Service · 193 Northeast Regional
42 Pennsylvanian · 85 Northeast Regional
652 Keystone Service · 173 Northeast Regional
640 Keystone Service · 181 Northeast Regional
644 Keystone Service+
2151 Acela
648 Keystone Service · 95 Northeast Regional
42 Pennsylvanian · 93 Northeast Regional
656 Keystone Service · 137 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare bus and train for Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €43.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€78 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 PM Carlisle, PA | 4h25 | 12:55 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Carlisle, PA | 4h33 | 3:13 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
640 Keystone Service+ 2107 Acela | 10:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 4h28 | 2:28 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
640 Keystone Service · 89 Palmetto | 10:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 4h27 | 2:27 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
640 Keystone Service · 181 Northeast Regional | 10:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 3h59 | 1:59 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
640 Keystone Service · 51 Cardinal | 10:00 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 5h14 | 3:14 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
642 Keystone Service · 79 Carolinian | 10:55 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 4h36 | 3:31 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
600 Keystone Service · 185 Northeast Regional | 11:40 AM Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA | 6h18 | 5:58 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 4h 18m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 21:15 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC start from as low as $53 (€43) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $96 (€78) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Carlisle, PA and Washington, DC from $24 (€20). 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 Carlisle, PA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle, 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 Carlisle, 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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