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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA
Cheapest price
$201
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
10 h 51 m
Average duration
10 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Johnstown, 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 Johnstown, PA will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $201.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Johnstown, PA on Mon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 227 km distance in an average of 10 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 51 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 10 h 51 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.
11:20 AM10h51Washington, DC10:11 PMJohnstown, PA$2011One-way0 transfers
- 11:20 AM10h51Washington, DC10:11 PMJohnstown, PA$2011One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, and a flight costs an average of $200.
Distance: 141 miles (227 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$210 Average price | $94 Average price Cheapest | $391 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA:
A bus is $117 (€96) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA costing on average $210 (€172).
A bus is $297 (€243) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA costing on average $391 (€320).
Other travel options to Johnstown, PA take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 50m.
Train takes on average 9h 32m.
Tickets start at around $210 (€172) compared to roughly $39 (€32) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-171.24 (€-140.15). The journey takes 9h 32m versus 3h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 164 Northeast Regional · 43 Pennsylvanian | 9:10 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h01 | 6:11 PM Johnstown Station, Johnstown, PA | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA
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Trains from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $128 (€104) but you can travel from only $74 (€60) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:20, the last at 11:35. The fastest train covers the 141 miles (227 km) distance in 7h 51m.
Distance 141 miles (227 km) |
Average train duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $128 (€104) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 51m |
First train 7:20 AM |
Last train 11:35 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 70 days |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Johnstown, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Johnstown, 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 Johnstown, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Johnstown, 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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