The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$328
Fastest journey
15 h 35 m
Average duration
19 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
442 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Erie, 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 Erie, PA will cost around $328 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Erie, PA without transferring at least once.
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore LimitedTravel Information
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 €61. 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 €61, and a train costs an average of €87.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
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€260 Average price | €94 Average price Cheapest |
21h 14m Average total duration 20h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 5m Average total duration Fastest 11h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Erie, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Erie, PA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 8:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 22h50 | 7:10 AM Erie Station, Erie, PA | 2 transfers | |
174 Northeast Regional · 49 Lake Shore Limited | 3:35 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 15h35 | 7:10 AM Erie Station, Erie, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Trains from Washington, DC to Erie, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€87) 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 20h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€87) |
Trains per day 2 |
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 $77 (€61). 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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