The cheapest and fastest trains from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$246
Average price
$262
Fastest journey
17 h 30 m
Average duration
17 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
725 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jackson, MI 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 Jackson, MI to Washington, DC will cost around $262 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $246.
Of the 2 trains that leave Jackson, MI for Washington, DC on Mon, May 18, 2 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 725 km distance in an average of 17 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 30 m .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 17 h 30 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.
11:40 PM17h30Jackson, MI5:10 PMWashington, DC$2461One-way0 transfers
12:40 AM17h30Jackson, MI6:10 PMWashington, DC$2781One-way0 transfers
12:40 AM17h30Jackson, MI6:10 PMWashington, DC$2781One-way0 transfers
11:40 PM17h30Jackson, MI5:10 PMWashington, DC$2461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Jackson, MI to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $110. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $110, and a flight costs an average of $126.
Distance: 450 miles (725 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$234 Average price | $254 Average price | $113 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 41m Average total duration 16h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 38m Average total duration 25h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC:
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC costing on average $234 (€189).
A bus is $141 (€113) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC costing on average $254 (€205).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 16h 11m.
Bus takes on average 25h 8m.
Tickets start at around $234 (€189) compared to roughly $108 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-125.81 (€-101.60). The journey takes 16h 11m versus 8h 30m 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
Jackson, MI to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Jackson, MI to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:40 AM Jackson, MI | 17h30 | 6:10 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC
Trains from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $182 (€147) but you can travel from only $110 (€89) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:32, the last at 15:57. The fastest train covers the 450 miles (725 km) distance in 17h 30m.
Distance 450 miles (725 km) |
Average train duration 16h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $182 (€147) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 17h 30m |
First train 10:32 AM |
Last train 3:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jackson, MI to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jackson, MI and Washington, DC from $110 (€89). 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 Jackson, MI to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jackson, MI 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 Jackson, MI 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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