The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL
Cheapest price
$192
Average price
$192
Fastest journey
16 h 26 m
Average duration
16 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL 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 Daytona Beach, FL will cost around $192 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $192.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Daytona Beach, FL on Thu, Feb 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 1137 km distance in an average of 16 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 26 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 16 h 26 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 bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, and a flight costs an average of €248.
Distance: 706 miles (1137 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€140 Average price | €263 Average price | €121 Average price Cheapest |
18h 19m Average total duration 17h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration 15h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL trains for today, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:43 PM Washington, DC | 19h12 | 12:55 PM Daytona Beach, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL
Trains from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€104) but you can travel from only $123 (€97) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:43, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 706 miles (1137 km) distance in 16h 26m.
Distance 706 miles (1137 km) |
Average train duration 17h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€104) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 16h 26m |
First train 13:43 |
Last train 19:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Daytona Beach, FL from $123 (€97). 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 Daytona Beach, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL 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 Daytona Beach, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Daytona Beach, FL
- 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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