The cheapest and fastest trains from Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$402
Average price
$402
Fastest journey
14 h 14 m
Average duration
15 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1041 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC will cost around $402 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $402.
Of the 2 trains that leave Jacksonville, FL for Washington, DC on Sat, Nov 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 1041 km distance in an average of 15 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 14 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 16 h 39 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.
98 Silver Meteor
40 Floridian
98 Silver Meteor
40 FloridianTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €203.
Distance: 646 miles (1041 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€138 Average price | €106 Average price Cheapest | €266 Average price |
15h 18m Average total duration 14h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 53m Average total duration 15h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC trains for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
98 Silver Meteor | 10:11 PM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 14h14 | 12:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 29 | |||||
40 Floridian | 3:33 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 16h39 | 8:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC
Trains from Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $142 (€115) but you can travel from only $74 (€60) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:18, the last at 23:04. The fastest train covers the 646 miles (1041 km) distance in 14h 14m.
Distance 646 miles (1041 km) |
Average train duration 14h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $142 (€115) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 14h 14m |
First train 11:18 |
Last train 23:04 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jacksonville, FL and Washington, DC from $74 (€60). 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 Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines 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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