The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 3 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 3 h 54 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 train and bus for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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€34 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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151 Northeast Regional | 1:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h43 | 4:58 PM Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
147 Northeast Regional | 10:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h50 | 1:50 AM Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
19 Crescent | 11:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h30 | 3:00 AM Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
![]() | 12:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h43 | 3:58 PM Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Washington Union Station to Kemper Street Station trains with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA
Trains from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:15, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 12:15 |
Last train 22:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA from $27 (€22). 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 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA 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 Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Kemper Street Station, Lynchburg, VA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Depot Grille
- Shoemakers American Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- The Virginian Hotel
- Craddock Terry Hotel and Event Center
- Holiday Inn Lynchburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access and restrooms
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.

