The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
4 h 3 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown, PA will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Elizabethtown, PA on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
11:23 AM4h03Washington, DC3:26 PMElizabethtown, PA$1031One-way0 transfers
11:23 AM4h03Washington, DC3:26 PMElizabethtown, PA$1031One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, and a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 90 miles (145 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$81 Average price | $55 Average price Cheapest |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA costing on average $81 (€64).
Other travel options to Elizabethtown, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:23 AM Washington, DC | 4h03 | 3:26 PM Elizabethtown, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA
Trains from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $55 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (145 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 90 miles (145 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 9:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Elizabethtown, PA from $55 (€44). 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 Elizabethtown, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, 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 Elizabethtown, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Elizabethtown, 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.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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