The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
11 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC 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 Hilton Head, SC will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
Of the 5 trains that leave Washington, DC for Hilton Head, SC on Fri, Nov 07, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 815 km distance in an average of 11 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 13 h 30 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.
97 Silver Meteor
89 Palmetto
97 Silver Meteor
89 Palmetto
41 Floridian
97 Silver Meteor
89 Palmetto
97 Silver Meteor
89 Palmetto
41 FloridianTravel Information
Compare flight and train for Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €68. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €68, and a flight costs an average of €293.
Distance: 506 miles (815 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€108 Average price Cheapest | €377 Average price |
11h 23m Average total duration Fastest 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 34m Average total duration 16h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
89 Palmetto | 2:59 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 11h26 | 2:25 AM Savannah Station, Savannah, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 2:59 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 10h24 | 1:23 AM Yemassee Amtrak, Yemassee, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
41 Floridian | 6:48 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 13h30 | 8:18 AM Savannah Station, Savannah, GA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC
Distance 506 miles (815 km) |
Average train duration 10h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 10h 20m |
First train 01:34 |
Last train 20:34 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC start from as low as $84 (€68) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $133 (€108) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Hilton Head, SC from $84 (€68). 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 Hilton Head, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC 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 Hilton Head, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Hilton Head, SC
- 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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