The cheapest and fastest trains from Malvern, PA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Malvern, 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 Malvern, PA to Washington, DC will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 1 trains that leave Malvern, PA for Washington, DC on Sat, Feb 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 07 the direct trains cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
On Sat, Feb 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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 train, bus, and flight for Malvern, PA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Malvern, PA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €240.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€65 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €333 Average price |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Malvern, PA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Malvern, PA to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Friday, February 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:00 AM Malvern, PA | 2h59 | 2:59 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Malvern, PA to Washington, DC
Trains from Malvern, PA to Washington, DC run on average 46 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 20:30. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Trains per day 46 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 20:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SEPTA from Malvern, PA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, SEPTA trains will get you between Malvern, PA and Washington, DC from $30 (€24). 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 Malvern, PA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malvern, 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 Malvern, 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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