The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport
Cheapest price on Oct 12
$7
Average ticket price on Oct 12
$27
Fastest journey on Oct 12
20 m
Average journey duration on Oct 12
20 m
Trains on Oct 12
27
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport 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/Washington International Airport will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
On Mon, Oct 12, we found 27 trains from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport, including 27 direct services.
On Mon, Oct 12 the direct trains cover the 45 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
On Mon, Oct 12 the slowest trains will take 21 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.
1124 Northeast Regional8:28 PM0h25Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:53 PMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$71One-way0 transfers
1128 Northeast Regional9:15 PM0h26Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:41 PMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$71One-way0 transfers
1160 Northeast Regional5:25 AM0h26Washington Union Station, Washington, DC5:51 AMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$71One-way0 transfers
1162 Northeast Regional6:20 AM0h26Washington Union Station, Washington, DC6:46 AMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$71One-way0 transfers
56 Vermonter7:33 AM0h25Washington Union Station, Washington, DC7:58 AMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$71One-way0 transfers
2116 Acela [NextGen]1:45 PM0h20Washington Union Station, Washington, DC2:05 PMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$511One-way0 transfers
2150 Acela [NextGen]8:45 AM0h20Washington Union Station, Washington, DC9:05 AMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$511One-way0 transfers
2152 Acela [NextGen]10:50 AM0h20Washington Union Station, Washington, DC11:10 AMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$511One-way0 transfers
2122 Acela [NextGen]4:55 PM0h21Washington Union Station, Washington, DC5:16 PMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$511One-way0 transfers
2148 Acela [NextGen]7:45 AM0h21Washington Union Station, Washington, DC8:06 AMBWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD$511One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport
Trains from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport run on average 26 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 19m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 19m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport trains for today, Sunday, October 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
54 Vermonter | 5:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 5:51 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
162 Northeast Regional | 6:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 6:46 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2248 Acela [NextGen] | 7:50 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h21 | 8:11 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
152 Northeast Regional | 8:22 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 8:48 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2250 Acela [NextGen] | 8:40 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h20 | 9:00 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
164 Northeast Regional | 9:10 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 9:36 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
118 Northeast Regional | 10:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 10:26 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
82 Northeast Regional | 10:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 10:46 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2252 Acela [NextGen] | 10:55 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h20 | 11:15 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
88 Northeast Regional | 11:25 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h27 | 11:52 AM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
140 Northeast Regional | 12:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 12:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
194 Northeast Regional | 1:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 1:36 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2216 Acela [NextGen] | 1:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h20 | 2:15 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
20 Crescent | 2:12 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h25 | 2:37 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
106 Northeast Regional | 2:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 2:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
156 Northeast Regional | 2:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h25 | 3:00 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2218 Acela [NextGen] | 2:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h20 | 3:15 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
168 Northeast Regional | 3:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 3:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
2220 Acela [NextGen] | 3:55 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h21 | 4:16 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
146 Northeast Regional | 4:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 4:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
142 Northeast Regional | 5:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 5:51 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
158 Northeast Regional | 6:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h26 | 6:36 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 7:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0h24 | 8:21 PM BWI Airport Rail Station, Hanover, MD | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport 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/Washington International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport
Most Washington, DC to Baltimore/Washington International Airport trains use the Union Station to Pennsylvania Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Baltimore/Washington International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
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