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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN
Cheapest price
$128
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
20 h 22 m
Average duration
20 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
859 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette, IN will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Lafayette, IN on Wed, Jul 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 859 km distance in an average of 20 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 22 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 20 h 22 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.
3:39 PM20h22Washington, DC12:01 PMLafayette, IN$1281One-way0 transfers
- 3:39 PM20h22Washington, DC12:01 PMLafayette, IN$1281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $106. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $106, and a train costs an average of $127.
Distance: 533 miles (859 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$243 Average price | $242 Average price | $174 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 6m Average total duration 20h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 6m Average total duration 17h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m 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 Lafayette, IN:
A bus is $68 (€56) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN costing on average $242 (€200).
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN costing on average $243 (€201).
Other travel options to Lafayette, IN take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 36m.
Train takes on average 20h 36m.
Tickets start at around $243 (€201) compared to roughly $126 (€103) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-117.89 (€-97.17). The journey takes 20h 36m versus 10h 23m 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 Lafayette, IN train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:42 PM Washington, DC | 42h38 | 5:20 PM Lafayette, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN
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Trains from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€105) but you can travel from only $106 (€88) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:59, the last at 21:56. The fastest train covers the 533 miles (859 km) distance in 20h 21m.
Distance 533 miles (859 km) |
Average train duration 20h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€105) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 20h 21m |
First train 10:59 AM |
Last train 9:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Lafayette, IN from $106 (€88). 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 Lafayette, IN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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