The cheapest and fastest trains from Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$236
Average price
$236
Fastest journey
12 h 8 m
Average duration
12 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orangeburg, SC 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 Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC will cost around $236 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $236.
Of the 1 trains that leave Orangeburg, SC for Washington, DC on Tue, Feb 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 the direct trains cover the 692 km distance in an average of 12 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 8 m .
On Tue, Feb 24 the slowest trains will take 12 h 8 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 Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €176. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €176, and a train costs an average of €187.
Distance: 429 miles (692 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€187 Average price | €176 Average price Cheapest | €181 Average price |
12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 47m Average total duration 15h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC
Trains from Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $236 (€187) but you can travel from only $195 (€155) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:57, the last at 13:48. The fastest train covers the 429 miles (692 km) distance in 12h 8m.
Distance 429 miles (692 km) |
Average train duration 12h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $236 (€187) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 12h 8m |
First train 02:57 |
Last train 13:48 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Orangeburg, SC and Washington, DC from $195 (€155). 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 Orangeburg, SC to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orangeburg, SC 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 Orangeburg, SC 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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