The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA
Cheapest price
zł202
Average price
zł925
Fastest journey
5 h 11 m
Average duration
5 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA 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 Lexington, VA will cost around zł925 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł202.
Of the 2 trains that leave Washington, DC for Lexington, VA on Wed, Aug 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 244 km distance in an average of 5 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 11 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 5 h 14 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.
4:39 PM5h11Washington, DC9:50 PMLexington, VAzł2021One-way0 transfers
3:39 PM5h14Washington, DC8:53 PMLexington, VAzł16471One-way0 transfers
4:39 PM5h11Washington, DC9:50 PMLexington, VAzł2021One-way0 transfers
3:39 PM5h14Washington, DC8:53 PMLexington, VAzł16471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Washington, DC to Lexington, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from zł202. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł202, and a flight costs an average of zł397.
Distance: 151 miles (244 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
zł220 Average price Cheapest | zł255 Average price | zł518 Average price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA:
A train is zł35 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA costing on average zł255.
A train is zł298 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA costing on average zł518.
Other travel options to Lexington, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 51m.
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Lexington, VA by bus, flight, or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA
Trains from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł202 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:59, the last at 14:09. The fastest train covers the 151 miles (244 km) distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 151 miles (244 km) |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price zł202 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 10:59 AM |
Last train 2:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Lexington, VA from zł202. 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 Lexington, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA 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 Lexington, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Lexington, VA
Most Washington, DC to Lexington, VA trains use the Union Station to Clifton Forge Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Lexington, VA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Lexington, VA leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Washington, DC
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