The cheapest and fastest trains from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$216
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
845 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $216 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 3 trains that leave Savannah Station, Savannah, GA for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 845 km distance in an average of 12 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 13 h 31 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.
40 Floridian1:41 AM13h31Savannah Station, Savannah, GA3:12 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1701One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto7:35 AM11h35Savannah Station, Savannah, GA7:10 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1701One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor6:45 PM11h40Savannah Station, Savannah, GA6:25 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3061One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto7:35 AM11h35Savannah Station, Savannah, GA7:10 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1701One-way0 transfers
98 Silver Meteor6:45 PM11h40Savannah Station, Savannah, GA6:25 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$3061One-way0 transfers
40 Floridian1:41 AM13h31Savannah Station, Savannah, GA3:12 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$1701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, and a flight costs an average of $101.
Distance: 525 miles (845 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$146 Average price | $120 Average price Cheapest | $194 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 21m Average total duration 11h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 15m Average total duration 14h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $146 (€116).
A bus is $74 (€59) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $194 (€155).
Other travel options to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 51m.
Bus takes on average 14h 45m.
Tickets start at around $146 (€116) compared to roughly $121 (€96) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-24.76 (€-19.74). The journey takes 11h 51m versus 8h 27m 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
Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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40 Floridian | 1:41 AM Savannah Station, Savannah, GA | 13h31 | 3:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 7:35 AM Savannah Station, Savannah, GA | 11h35 | 7:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
98 Silver Meteor | 6:45 PM Savannah Station, Savannah, GA | 11h40 | 6:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Trains from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $111 (€88) but you can travel from only $87 (€69) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 525 miles (845 km) distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 525 miles (845 km) |
Average train duration 11h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€88) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 11h 35m |
First train 12:45 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Savannah Station, Savannah, GA and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC from $87 (€69). 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 Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, 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 Union Station, Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Savannah Station, Savannah, GA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking available on site
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Savannah
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Savannah Downtown/Historic District
- Hyatt Regency Savannah
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing services and waiting areas.
- Bus: Chatham Area Transit (CAT) routes available
- 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


