The cheapest and fastest trains from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$173
Average price
$319
Fastest journey
7 h 37 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
524 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Holyoke, MA 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 Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC will cost around $319 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $173.
Of the 4 trains that leave Holyoke, MA for Washington, DC on Mon, May 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 524 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 37 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 12 h 9 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.
2:16 PM7h46Holyoke, MA10:02 PMWashington, DC$1731One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM8h19Holyoke, MA3:04 PMWashington, DC$3631One-way1 transfer
2:16 PM7h37Holyoke, MA9:53 PMWashington, DC$3691One-way1 transfer
6:45 PM12h09Holyoke, MA6:54 AMWashington, DC$3691One-way1 transfer
2:16 PM7h37Holyoke, MA9:53 PMWashington, DC$3691One-way1 transfer
2:16 PM7h46Holyoke, MA10:02 PMWashington, DC$1731One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM8h19Holyoke, MA3:04 PMWashington, DC$3631One-way1 transfer
6:45 PM12h09Holyoke, MA6:54 AMWashington, DC$3691One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a flight costs an average of $279.
Distance: 325 miles (524 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$237 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $301 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 43m Average total duration 10h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC:
A bus is $152 (€123) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC costing on average $237 (€191).
A bus is $217 (€175) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC costing on average $301 (€243).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
Train takes on average 10h 13m.
Tickets start at around $237 (€191) compared to roughly $76 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-160.64 (€-129.73). The journey takes 10h 13m versus 6h 20m 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
Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:55 AM Holyoke, MA | 7h12 | 5:07 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:16 PM Holyoke, MA | 8h12 | 10:28 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:16 PM Holyoke, MA | 8h12 | 10:28 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Holyoke, MA | 14h51 | 11:41 AM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, May 18 | |||||
![]() | 6:45 AM Holyoke, MA | 8h19 | 3:04 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC
Trains from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $189 (€152) but you can travel from only $77 (€62) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 14:05. The fastest train covers the 325 miles (524 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 325 miles (524 km) |
Average train duration 10h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $189 (€152) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 6:23 AM |
Last train 2:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Holyoke, MA and Washington, DC from $77 (€62). 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 Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Holyoke, MA 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 Holyoke, MA to Washington, DC
- 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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