The cheapest and fastest trains from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$303
Average price
$303
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 54 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Galesburg, IL 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 Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC will cost around $303 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $303.
Of the 1 trains that leave Galesburg, IL for Washington, DC on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 1159 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 4 h 54 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 1 d 4 h 54 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 Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €138. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €138, and a bus costs an average of €339.
Distance: 720 miles (1159 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€138 Average price Cheapest | €339 Average price | €320 Average price |
20h 51m Average total duration 20h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 5m Average total duration 27h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration Fastest 7h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:28 AM Galesburg, IL | 25h37 | 1:05 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC
Distance 720 miles (1159 km) |
Average train duration 20h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $170 (€138) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 28h 33m |
First train 07:37 |
Last train 16:05 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC start from as low as $170 (€138) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $170 (€138) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Galesburg, IL and Washington, DC from $170 (€138). 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 Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galesburg, IL 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 Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with designated spaces for Amtrak passengers.
- The Packing House
- Landmark Cafe & Creperie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Galesburg
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Galesburg
- Best Western Prairie Inn & Conference Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single-level layout with an enclosed waiting area and ticket office.
- Bus: Galesburg Transit
- Taxi 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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