The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$212
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Malvern, 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 Malvern, PA will cost around $212 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA without transferring at least once.
7:57 PM3h01Washington, DC10:58 PMMalvern, PA$701One-way1 transfer
6:10 PM2h48Washington, DC8:58 PMMalvern, PA$2601One-way1 transfer
9:15 PM2h43Washington, DC11:58 PMMalvern, PA$2601One-way1 transfer
10:00 PM8h58Washington, DC6:58 AMMalvern, PA$2601One-way1 transfer
9:15 PM2h43Washington, DC11:58 PMMalvern, PA$2601One-way1 transfer
6:10 PM2h48Washington, DC8:58 PMMalvern, PA$2601One-way1 transfer
7:57 PM3h01Washington, DC10:58 PMMalvern, PA$701One-way1 transfer
10:00 PM8h58Washington, DC6:58 AMMalvern, PA$2601One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Malvern, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $492.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$80 Average price | $517 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m 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 Malvern, PA:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $484 (€399) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA costing on average $517 (€426).
Other travel options to Malvern, PA take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 21m.
Bus takes on average 4h 34m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 2h 44m by car). Tickets start at around $80 (€66) compared to roughly $26 (€22) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Malvern, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Malvern, PA trains for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:55 PM Washington, DC | 3h06 | 10:01 PM Malvern, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA
Trains from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA run on average 49 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€49) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:32. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€49) |
Trains per day 49 |
Fastest train 2h 50m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 10:32 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Malvern, PA from $32 (€26). 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 Malvern, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Malvern, 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 Malvern, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Malvern, PA
Most Washington, DC to Malvern, PA trains use the Union Station to Paoli Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Malvern, PA 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 Malvern, PA 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.
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