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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
22 h 50 m
Average duration
22 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
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 $155 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Erie, 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 442 km distance in an average of 22 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 h 50 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 22 h 50 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.
8:20 AM22h50Washington, DC7:10 AMErie, PA$1551One-way0 transfers
- 8:20 AM22h50Washington, DC7:10 AMErie, PA$1551One-way0 transfers
Travel 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 $76. 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 $76, and a train costs an average of $109.
Distance: 274 miles (442 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$291 Average price | $112 Average price Cheapest |
21h 59m Average total duration 21h 29m 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 today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:35 PM Washington, DC | 15h35 | 7:10 AM Erie, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
| 8:20 AM Washington, DC | 22h50 | 7:10 AM Erie, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Erie, PA
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Trains from Washington, DC to Erie, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 21h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $109 (€87) but you can travel from only $76 (€61) 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 21h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $109 (€87) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 14h 45m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 11:25 AM |
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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
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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