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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Pasadena, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Pasadena, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €108. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 15h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €108, and a train costs an average of €367.
Distance: 2286 miles (3680 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€367 Average price | €108 Average price Cheapest | €186 Average price |
86h 35m Average total duration 86h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 29m Average total duration Fastest 15h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 61h 10m Average total duration 60h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Pasadena, CA
Trains from Washington, DC to Pasadena, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 86h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $458 (€367) but you can travel from only $134 (€108) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 22:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest train covers the 2286 miles (3680 km) distance in 86h 5m.
Distance 2286 miles (3680 km) |
Average train duration 86h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $458 (€367) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 86h 5m |
First train 22:30 |
Last train 22:30 |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Pasadena, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Pasadena, CA 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 Pasadena, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Pasadena, CA
- 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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