Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC train

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Cheap train tickets from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC

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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

AmtrakAmtrak
08:59PM12h54
Gainesville, GA
09:53AMWashington, DC
$1821One-way
0 transfers

Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC train times

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AmtrakAmtrak08:59PM Gainesville, GA12h54 09:53AM Washington, DC0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC

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Fastest Journey

12 h 54 m

Average

12 h 54 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

792 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Gainesville, GA for Washington, DC every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

AmtrakAmtrak
08:59PM12h54
Gainesville, GA
09:53AMWashington, DC
$1821One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC

Trains from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€108) but you can travel from only $47 (€43) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $47 (€43)
Distance
492 miles (792 km)
Average train duration
15h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
$118 (€108)
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
1
Train providers
1
Fastest train
13h 23m
First train
00:24
Last train
18:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $47 (€43)

Train companies: Amtrak from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC trains

For as little as $205 (€187) you can travel by train to Washington, DC from Gainesville, GA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC train information:

  • Average Duration: 13 h 23 min
  • Cheapest Price: $205
  • Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC

FAQs: Travel by train from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC.
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Cheap train tickets from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC can start from as little as $118 (€108) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC is $198 (€181); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Gainesville, GA and Washington, DC is on average 13 h 23 min   for the 491 mile (792 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Gainesville, GA and Washington, DC by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC leaves at 12: 24 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC leaves at 6: 30 PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the best Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Gainesville, GA and Washington, DC to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 30 PM.
The cheapest month for a train from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Washington, DC from Gainesville, GA including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC

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Washington
The major train station for departures in Gainesville is Gainesville Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Gainesville Station for your trip from Gainesville to Washington.
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1 km
The major train station for arrivals in Washington is Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Station for your journey to Washington from Gainesville.
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  • Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
  • Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
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Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Dining
Dining
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
  • Phoenix Park Hotel
  • Kimpton George Hotel
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
  • Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
Public transit options for Union Station
  • 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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