The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cheapest price
$317
Average price
$317
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 48 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL will cost around $317 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $317.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Fort Lauderdale, FL on Fri, Nov 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 1450 km distance in an average of 1 d 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 3 h 48 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 1 d 3 h 48 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 train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €51, and a train costs an average of €96.
Distance: 900 miles (1450 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€152 Average price | €114 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price |
25h 35m Average total duration 25h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 14m Average total duration 30h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
41 Floridian | 6:48 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 27h43 | 10:31 PM Fort Lauderdale Amtrak, Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 28 | |||||
97 Silver Meteor | 12:24 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 22h42 | 11:06 PM Fort Lauderdale Amtrak, Fort Lauderdale, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL
Trains from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€96) but you can travel from only $63 (€51) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 900 miles (1450 km) distance in 22h 42m.
Distance 900 miles (1450 km) |
Average train duration 25h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€96) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 22h 42m |
First train 08:34 |
Last train 19:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Fort Lauderdale, FL from $63 (€51). 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Fort Lauderdale, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale/Downtown Las Olas Area
- Hyatt Centric Las Olas Fort Lauderdale
- Riverside Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and platforms for Amtrak and Tri-Rail services.
- Tri-Rail: Fort Lauderdale Station
- Bus: Several Broward County Transit lines available
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