The cheapest and fastest trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
75 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 5 trains that leave Fredericksburg, VA for Washington, DC on Mon, Dec 01, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 75 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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 and bus for Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €14, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 46 miles (75 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
164 Northeast Regional | 12:22 PM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 1h28 | 1:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 2:23 PM Fredericksburg Station, Fredericksburg, VA | 1h33 | 3:56 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC
Trains from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€14) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:37, the last at 19:45. The fastest train covers the 46 miles (75 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 46 miles (75 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€14) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 06:37 |
Last train 19:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fredericksburg, VA and Washington, DC from $11 (€9). 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 Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main street.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station consists of a main hall with adjacent platforms for Amtrak and VRE services.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- VRE: Fredericksburg Line
- 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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