The cheapest and fastest trains from Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$421
Average price
$421
Fastest journey
2 d 17 h 1 m
Average duration
2 d 17 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
3776 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vancouver, WA 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 Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC will cost around $421 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $421.
Of the 1 trains that leave Vancouver, WA for Washington, DC on Tue, Mar 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct trains cover the 3776 km distance in an average of 2 d 17 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 17 h 1 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest trains will take 2 d 17 h 1 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, bus, and flight for Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $215. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $215, and a bus costs an average of $409.
Distance: 2346 miles (3776 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$422 Average price | $233 Average price Cheapest | $438 Average price |
67h 14m Average total duration 66h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 81h 28m Average total duration 80h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:09 AM Vancouver, WA | 65h01 | 6:10 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC
Trains from Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 66h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $421 (€342) but you can travel from only $215 (€175) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 2346 miles (3776 km) distance in 65h 1m.
Distance 2346 miles (3776 km) |
Average train duration 66h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $421 (€342) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 65h 1m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 18:30 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Vancouver, WA and Washington, DC from $215 (€175). 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 Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vancouver, WA 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 Vancouver, WA to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station building.
- Tommy O's Pacific Rim Bistro
- Gray's at the Park
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Hilton Vancouver Washington
- Comfort Inn & Suites Vancouver
- Best Western Plus Vancouver Mall Dr. Hotel & Suites
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting room, ticket office, and platforms
- Bus: C-Tran services available
- Taxi: Local taxi services 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
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