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Compare bus and train for Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Erie, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a train costs an average of €134.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€360 Average price | €89 Average price Cheapest |
14h 21m Average total duration 13h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration Fastest 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Washington to Erie trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Washington to Erie. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Washington to Erie.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Washington to Erie.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Trains from Washington, DC to Erie, PA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $167 (€134) but you can travel from only $61 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 11:25. The fastest train covers the 274 miles (442 km) distance in 14h 45m.
Distance 274 miles (442 km) |
Average train duration 13h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $167 (€134) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 14h 45m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 11:25 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Erie, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Erie, PA from $61 (€48). 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 Erie, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Erie, 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 Erie, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Erie, 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
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