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Compare bus, train, and flight for Orono, ME to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Orono, ME to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a flight costs an average of $214.
Distance: 596 miles (960 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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$135 Average price | $235 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest |
18h 7m Average total duration 17h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 4h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 10m Average total duration 19h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Orono, ME to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Orono, ME to Washington, DC trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 PM Orono, ME | 17h29 | 11:29 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orono, ME to Washington, DC
Trains from Orono, ME to Washington, DC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 17h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€110) but you can travel from only $79 (€64) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 596 miles (960 km) distance in 17h 29m.
Distance 596 miles (960 km) |
Average train duration 17h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€110) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 17h 29m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
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FAQs: Trains from Orono, ME to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orono, ME 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 Orono, ME 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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