The cheapest and fastest trains from Tampa, FL to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$245
Average price
$270
Fastest journey
21 h
Average duration
21 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL to Washington, DC will cost around $270 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $245.
Of the 2 trains that leave Tampa, FL for Washington, DC on Mon, May 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, May 18 the direct trains cover the 1317 km distance in an average of 21 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 h .
On Mon, May 18 the slowest trains will take 22 h 23 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 Floridian4:49 PM22h23Union Station, Tampa, FL3:12 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2451One-way0 transfers
6098 AMTRAK · 98 Silver Meteor9:25 AM21h00Union Station, Tampa, FL6:25 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2951One-way1 transfer
6098 AMTRAK · 98 Silver Meteor9:25 AM21h00Union Station, Tampa, FL6:25 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2951One-way1 transfer
40 Floridian4:49 PM22h23Union Station, Tampa, FL3:12 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$2451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Tampa, FL to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampa, FL to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $107, and a flight costs an average of $102.
Distance: 818 miles (1317 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$247 Average price | $254 Average price | $203 Average price Cheapest | $184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 41m Average total duration 22h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 46m Average total duration 21h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 13m 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 Tampa, FL to Washington, DC:
A bus is $44 (€36) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tampa, FL to Washington, DC costing on average $247 (€200).
A bus is $51 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tampa, FL to Washington, DC costing on average $254 (€205).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 16m.
Train takes on average 22h 11m.
Tickets start at around $247 (€200) compared to roughly $184 (€148) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-63.49 (€-51.27). The journey takes 22h 11m versus 13h 13m 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
Tampa, FL to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Tampa, FL to Washington, DC trains for today, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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6098 AMTRAK · 98 Silver Meteor | 9:25 AM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 21h00 | 6:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
40 Floridian | 4:49 PM Union Station, Tampa, FL | 22h23 | 3:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tampa, FL to Washington, DC
Trains from Tampa, FL to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€86) but you can travel from only $102 (€82) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:45, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 818 miles (1317 km) distance in 21h 0m.
Distance 818 miles (1317 km) |
Average train duration 22h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€86) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 21h 0m |
First train 8:45 AM |
Last train 7:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Tampa, FL to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Tampa, FL and Washington, DC from $102 (€82). 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 Tampa, FL to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampa, 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 Tampa, FL to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: TECO Line Streetcar System
- 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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