The cheapest and fastest trains from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$411
Average price
$411
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 37 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 $411 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $411.
It's difficult to get from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
11:28 AM25h37Galesburg, IL1:05 PMWashington, DC$4111One-way1 transfer
11:28 AM25h37Galesburg, IL1:05 PMWashington, DC$4111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight 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 $329. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $329, and a bus costs an average of $418.
Distance: 720 miles (1159 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$329 Average price Cheapest | $418 Average price | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 51m Average total duration Fastest 20h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 5m Average total duration 27h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC:
A train is $89 (€71) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC costing on average $418 (€334).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 27h 35m.
Tickets start at around $329 (€263) compared to roughly $170 (€135) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-159.63 (€-127.51). The journey takes 20h 21m versus 12h 52m 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.
Live departures
Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 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 | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC
Trains from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 20h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $329 (€263) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:37, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 720 miles (1159 km) distance in 25h 37m.
Distance 720 miles (1159 km) |
Average train duration 20h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $329 (€263) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 25h 37m |
First train 7:37 AM |
Last train 4:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Galesburg, IL to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Galesburg, IL and Washington, DC from $329 (€263). 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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