The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenville, SC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$253
Average price
$253
Fastest journey
14 h 16 m
Average duration
14 h 16 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenville, 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 Greenville, SC to Washington, DC will cost around $253 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $253.
Of the 1 trains that leave Greenville, SC for Washington, DC on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 655 km distance in an average of 14 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 16 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 14 h 16 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 bus, train, and flight for Greenville, SC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenville, SC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €83.
Distance: 406 miles (655 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€130 Average price | €65 Average price Cheapest | €219 Average price |
11h 53m Average total duration 11h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Greenville, SC to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Greenville, SC to Washington, DC trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:23 AM Greenville, SC | 14h16 | 8:39 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Greenville, SC to Washington, DC by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenville, SC to Washington, DC
Trains from Greenville, SC to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€92) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:23, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 406 miles (655 km) distance in 11h 24m.
Distance 406 miles (655 km) |
Average train duration 11h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€92) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 11h 24m |
First train 02:23 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greenville, SC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greenville, SC and Washington, DC from $55 (€44). 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 Greenville, SC to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenville, 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 Greenville, SC to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Soby's
- Larkin's on the River
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, assistance.
- $1.00
- The Westin Poinsett, Greenville
- Courtyard Greenville Downtown
- Hyatt Regency Greenville
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform for Amtrak services and a waiting area.
- Bus: Greenlink Transit Route 3
- 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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