The cheapest and fastest trains from Sanford, FL to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$123
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
19 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sanford, FL 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 Sanford, FL to Washington, DC will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $123.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sanford, FL for Washington, DC on Sun, May 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 1188 km distance in an average of 19 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 45 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 22 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.
12:49 AM22h08Sanford, FL10:57 PMWashington, DC$1231One-way0 transfers
5:40 PM16h45Sanford, FL10:25 AMWashington, DC$1971One-way0 transfers
11:49 PM19h23Sanford, FL7:12 PMWashington, DC$2331One-way0 transfers
5:40 PM16h45Sanford, FL10:25 AMWashington, DC$1971One-way0 transfers
11:49 PM19h23Sanford, FL7:12 PMWashington, DC$2331One-way0 transfers
12:49 AM22h08Sanford, FL10:57 PMWashington, DC$1231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Sanford, FL to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sanford, FL to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $103.
Distance: 738 miles (1188 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$210 Average price | $209 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 43m Average total duration 18h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sanford, FL to Washington, DC:
A flight is $0.38 (€0.31) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sanford, FL to Washington, DC costing on average $210 (€169).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 13m.
Tickets start at around $210 (€169) compared to roughly $170 (€137) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-39.82 (€-32.14). The journey takes 18h 13m versus 11h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Sanford, FL to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Sanford, FL to Washington, DC trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:40 PM Sanford, FL | 16h45 | 10:25 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:49 PM Sanford, FL | 22h08 | 9:57 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
![]() | 12:49 AM Sanford, FL | 22h08 | 10:57 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Sanford, FL to Washington, DC by train or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sanford, FL to Washington, DC
Trains from Sanford, FL to Washington, DC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 (€83) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by flight.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:36, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 738 miles (1188 km) distance in 16h 45m.
Distance 738 miles (1188 km) |
Average train duration 18h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 (€83) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 16h 45m |
First train 12:36 PM |
Last train 7:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, SunRail from Sanford, FL to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, SunRail trains will get you between Sanford, FL and Washington, DC from $30 (€25). 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 Sanford, FL to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sanford, FL 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 Sanford, FL 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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