The cheapest and fastest trains from Lansing, MI to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$271
Average price
$271
Fastest journey
18 h 5 m
Average duration
18 h 5 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
763 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lansing, 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 Lansing, MI to Washington, DC will cost around $271 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $271.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lansing, MI for Washington, DC on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 763 km distance in an average of 18 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 h 5 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 18 h 5 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 Lansing, MI to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lansing, MI to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, and a flight costs an average of €285.
Distance: 474 miles (763 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€174 Average price | €300 Average price | €117 Average price Cheapest |
17h 21m Average total duration 16h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 39m Average total duration 24h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lansing, MI to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Lansing, MI to Washington, DC trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 PM Lansing, MI | 18h05 | 5:05 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lansing, MI to Washington, DC
Trains from Lansing, MI to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $172 (€140) but you can travel from only $82 (€67) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:54, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 474 miles (763 km) distance in 18h 5m.
Distance 474 miles (763 km) |
Average train duration 16h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 (€140) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 18h 5m |
First train 08:54 |
Last train 19:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lansing, MI to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lansing, MI and Washington, DC from $82 (€67). 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 Lansing, MI to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lansing, 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 Lansing, 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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