The cheapest and fastest trains from Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$336
Average price
$336
Fastest journey
5 h 34 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lewistown, PA 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 Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC will cost around $336 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $336.
It's difficult to get from Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €61, and a flight costs an average of €183.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€96 Average price Cheapest | €334 Average price |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:28 AM Lewistown, PA | 5h34 | 5:02 PM Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC
Trains from Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€61) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:50, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€61) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 07:50 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Lewistown, PA and Washington, DC from $77 (€61). 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 Lewistown, PA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lewistown, PA 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 Lewistown, PA 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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