The cheapest and fastest trains from Dillon, SC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$114
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
7 h 41 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
540 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dillon, SC 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 Dillon, SC to Washington, DC will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dillon, SC for Washington, DC on Tue, May 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 540 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 41 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 7 h 41 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.
3:29 PM7h41Dillon, SC11:10 PMWashington, DC$1141One-way0 transfers
3:29 PM7h41Dillon, SC11:10 PMWashington, DC$1141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Dillon, SC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dillon, SC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, and a flight costs an average of $238.
Distance: 335 miles (540 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price Cheapest | $346 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 11m Average total duration 7h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Dillon, SC to Washington, DC:
A train is $245 (€198) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dillon, SC to Washington, DC costing on average $346 (€279).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 41m.
Tickets start at around $101 (€81) compared to roughly $76 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.65 (€-19.89). The journey takes 7h 41m versus 5h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Dillon, SC to Washington, DC by train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dillon, SC to Washington, DC
Trains from Dillon, SC to Washington, DC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€59) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:59, the last at 12:55. The fastest train covers the 335 miles (540 km) distance in 7h 41m.
Distance 335 miles (540 km) |
Average train duration 7h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€59) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 41m |
First train 9:59 AM |
Last train 12:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Dillon, SC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Dillon, SC and Washington, DC from $74 (€59). 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 Dillon, SC to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dillon, SC 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 Dillon, SC to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station has a single hall with an enclosed waiting area and platform access.
- Bus: Local bus 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
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