The cheapest and fastest trains from Claymont, DE to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$209
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Claymont, DE 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 Claymont, DE to Washington, DC will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
It's difficult to get from Claymont, DE to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Claymont, DE to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Claymont, DE to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $445.
Distance: 105 miles (169 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$14 Average price Cheapest | $461 Average price | $32 Average price |
2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Claymont, DE to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Claymont, DE to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Monday, March 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:21 AM Claymont, DE | 2h10 | 10:31 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:23 AM Claymont, DE | 2h18 | 11:41 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Claymont, DE to Washington, DC
Trains from Claymont, DE to Washington, DC run on average 63 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 23:14. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (169 km) distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 105 miles (169 km) |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 23:14 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Claymont, DE to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Claymont, DE and Washington, DC from $12 (€10). 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 Claymont, DE to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Claymont, DE 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 Claymont, DE 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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