The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA
Cheapest price
$252
Average price
$503
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA will cost around $503 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $252.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA without transferring at least once.
6:40 PM3h47Washington, DC10:27 PMArdmore, PA$2521One-way2 transfers
8:20 PM10h19Washington, DC6:39 AMArdmore, PA$2521One-way2 transfers
6:20 AM2h27Washington, DC8:47 AMArdmore, PA$2611One-way1 transfer
10:00 PM7h22Washington, DC5:22 AMArdmore, PA$2611One-way1 transfer
11:00 AM3h27Washington, DC2:27 PMArdmore, PA$6511One-way2 transfers
1:00 PM1h58Washington, DC2:58 PMArdmore, PA$6701One-way1 transfer
3:00 PM2h07Washington, DC5:07 PMArdmore, PA$6701One-way1 transfer
5:00 PM2h08Washington, DC7:08 PMArdmore, PA$6701One-way1 transfer
8:50 AM2h12Washington, DC11:02 AMArdmore, PA$6701One-way1 transfer
6:20 AM2h27Washington, DC8:47 AMArdmore, PA$2611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $485.
Distance: 121 miles (195 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $511 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA:
A bus is $90 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA costing on average $123 (€100).
A bus is $479 (€392) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA costing on average $511 (€419).
Other travel options to Ardmore, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 59m.
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (1h 59m by train vs 2h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $123 (€100) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:20 AM Washington, DC | 2h27 | 8:47 AM Ardmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Washington, DC | 2h12 | 11:02 AM Ardmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Washington, DC | 3h27 | 2:27 PM Ardmore, PA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Washington, DC | 1h58 | 2:58 PM Ardmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Washington, DC | 2h07 | 5:07 PM Ardmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Washington, DC | 2h08 | 7:08 PM Ardmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Washington, DC | 3h47 | 10:27 PM Ardmore, PA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Washington, DC | 2h27 | 9:47 PM Ardmore, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA
Trains from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $99 (€81) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 21:38. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (195 km) distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 121 miles (195 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $99 (€81) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 3:00 AM |
Last train 9:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Ardmore, PA 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 Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA 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 Ardmore, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Ardmore, PA
- 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
- Parking is available at the station
- Ardmore Station Café
- Tired Hands Brewing Company
- Outside the main entrance
- Free for passengers
- Ardmore Inn
- Courtyard by Marriott Philadelphia Devon/Villanova
- The Radnor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and two platforms serving Amtrak and SEPTA services.
- SEPTA Regional Rail: Paoli/Thorndale Line
- Bus: Several SEPTA bus lines available
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