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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
29 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
57 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 36 trains that leave Washington, DC for Baltimore, MD on Thu, Apr 02, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 30 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.
170 Northeast Regional5:05 AM0h37Washington Union Station, Washington, DC5:42 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$71One-way0 transfers- 130 Northeast Regional6:30 AM0h46Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:16 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$71One-way0 transfers
- 172 Northeast Regional7:10 AM0h42Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:52 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$221One-way0 transfers
- 56 Vermonter8:10 AM0h40Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:50 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$221One-way0 transfers
- 148 Northeast Regional2:55 PM0h41Washington Union Station, Washington, DC3:36 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$221One-way0 transfers
2168 Acela1:55 PM0h29Washington Union Station, Washington, DC2:24 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$531One-way0 transfers- 2166 Acela12:55 PM0h29Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1:24 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$531One-way0 transfers
- 2162 NextGen Acela9:30 AM0h29Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:59 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$531One-way0 transfers
- 2108 NextGen Acela10:30 AM0h29Washington Union Station, Washington, DC10:59 AMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$731One-way0 transfers
- 2122 Acela5:25 PM0h30Washington Union Station, Washington, DC5:55 PMPennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD$821One-way0 transfers
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Compare train and bus for Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 35 miles (57 km)
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1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 2150 NextGen Acela | 9:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h32 | 9:32 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 170 Northeast Regional | 9:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h37 | 9:42 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 130 Northeast Regional | 10:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h46 | 11:16 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 172 Northeast Regional | 11:10 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h42 | 11:52 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 98 Silver Meteor | 11:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h37 | 11:57 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 112 Northeast Regional | 11:45 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h40 | 12:25 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2104 Acela | 12:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h35 | 12:35 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 56 Vermonter | 12:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h40 | 12:50 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 86 Northeast Regional | 12:50 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h45 | 1:35 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2162 NextGen Acela | 1:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h29 | 1:59 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 182 Northeast Regional | 1:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h42 | 2:17 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2108 NextGen Acela | 2:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h29 | 2:59 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 174 Northeast Regional | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 3:16 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 84 Northeast Regional | 3:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 3:51 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 134 Northeast Regional | 4:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h40 | 4:45 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2166 Acela | 4:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h29 | 5:24 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 184 Northeast Regional | 5:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h40 | 6:05 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2168 Acela | 5:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h29 | 6:24 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 94 Northeast Regional | 6:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 6:46 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 20 Crescent | 6:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h42 | 7:17 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 148 Northeast Regional | 6:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 7:36 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 176 Northeast Regional | 7:30 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h36 | 8:06 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2172 NextGen Acela | 8:00 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h31 | 8:31 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 178 Northeast Regional | 8:02 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h42 | 8:44 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 136 Northeast Regional | 9:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 9:46 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 80 Carolinian | 9:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h32 | 9:47 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2122 Acela | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h30 | 9:55 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 196 Northeast Regional | 10:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h38 | 10:48 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2124 Acela | 10:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h31 | 10:56 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 138 Northeast Regional | 10:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 11:16 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2126 NextGen Acela | 11:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h32 | 11:37 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 192 Northeast Regional | 11:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h40 | 11:52 PM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 90 Palmetto | 11:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h41 | 12:38 AM Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
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Trains from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD run on average 30 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 35 miles (57 km) distance in 37m.
Distance 35 miles (57 km) |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 37m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak, Maryland Transit from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD trainsAmtrak, Maryland Transit trains will get you between Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Traveling by train from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
The train connection between Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD is both convenient and efficient, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking to explore these vibrant cities. The primary provider of this service is Amtrak, which offers frequent departures throughout the day. With a travel time of approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the specific service chosen, passengers can enjoy comfortable seating and scenic views along the way. Whether you're heading for business or leisure, this route provides easy access to all that each city has to offer.
Train Connection: Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
Traveling from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD takes approximately 34 minutes. There are 22 connections available each day on this route, and all of them are direct services. Passengers will depart from Union Station in DC and arrive at Pennsylvania Station in MD.
Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
The first daily train journey from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD departs at 9:05 AM. The last train of the day leaves at 10:35 PM, providing travelers with ample options for their trip between these two cities.
Train Tickets Price for Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Washington, DC and Baltimore, MD is $6 (5.4€). The average ticket price typically hovers around $13 (11.7€), making it an affordable option for travelers looking to explore these two cities on the East Coast.
Exploring Baltimore: A Journey Through History and Culture
Welcome to Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine, where history comes alive! This iconic site is best known for its role in the War of 1812, when it successfully defended Baltimore from British attack, inspiring Francis Scott Key to pen "The Star-Spangled Banner." As you explore the fort's impressive star-shaped design and learn about its storied past, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for America's resilience and spirit.
Next on our journey is the Baltimore Museum of Art, home to an extraordinary collection that spans centuries. With over 95,000 works of art—including pieces by renowned artists like Matisse and Picasso—this museum not only showcases artistic brilliance but also serves as a cultural hub that fosters creativity within the community. Don't miss the stunning sculpture garden outside; it's a perfect spot to reflect on your experience amidst beautiful surroundings.
Finally, we arrive at Oriole Park at Camden Yards—a true gem in Major League Baseball history. Opened in 1992 as one of the first retro-style ballparks, it revolutionized stadium design with its intimate atmosphere and breathtaking views of downtown Baltimore. Whether you're here for a game or simply soaking up the vibrant energy around you, this park embodies both tradition and modernity while celebrating America’s favorite pastime.
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD 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 Baltimore, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Baltimore, MD
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Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibility
WCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
- The Helmand
- Tapas Teatro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
- The Ivy Hotel
- Hotel Revival Baltimore
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
- Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
- Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
- Bus: Several MTA bus lines available
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