The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC
Cheapest price on Oct 01
$154
Average ticket price on Oct 01
$154
Fastest journey on Oct 01
10 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
10 h 24 m
Trains on Oct 01
1
Distance
790 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC 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 Beaufort, SC will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 1 trains from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct trains cover the 790 km distance in an average of 10 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 24 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest trains will take 10 h 24 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.
4:55 PM10h24Washington, DC3:19 AMBeaufort, SC$1541One-way0 transfers
4:55 PM10h24Washington, DC3:19 AMBeaufort, SC$1541One-way0 transfers
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC
Trains from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $240 (€199) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:23, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 490 miles (790 km) distance in 9h 59m.
Distance 490 miles (790 km) |
Average train duration 10h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $240 (€199) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 9h 59m |
First train 8:23 AM |
Last train 8:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Beaufort, SC from $240 (€199). 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 Beaufort, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC 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 Beaufort, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC
Most Washington, DC to Beaufort, SC trains use the New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Yemassee Amtrak station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Beaufort, SC train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Beaufort, SC leave from?
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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