The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL
Cheapest price
$509
Average price
$509
Fastest journey
1 d 26 m
Average duration
1 d 2 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1498 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL 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 South Miami, FL will cost around $509 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $509.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL without transferring at least once.
1:43 PM29h07Washington, DC6:50 PMSouth Miami, FL$5091One-way1 transfer
7:24 PM24h26Washington, DC7:50 PMSouth Miami, FL$5091One-way1 transfer
7:24 PM24h26Washington, DC7:50 PMSouth Miami, FL$5091One-way1 transfer
1:43 PM29h07Washington, DC6:50 PMSouth Miami, FL$5091One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Washington, DC to South Miami, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $206. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 23h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $206, and a train costs an average of $509.
Distance: 930 miles (1498 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$509 Average price | $206 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
27h 5m Average total duration 26h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 38m Average total duration Fastest 23h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL:
A bus is $303 (€250) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL costing on average $509 (€420).
Other travel options to South Miami, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 26h 35m.
Tickets start at around $509 (€420) compared to roughly $212 (€175) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-296.92 (€-244.86). The journey takes 26h 35m versus 15h 40m 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 South Miami, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to South Miami, FL trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:43 PM Washington, DC | 29h07 | 6:50 PM South Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:24 PM Washington, DC | 24h26 | 7:50 PM South Miami, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL
Trains from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL run on average 4 times per day, taking around 26h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $509 (€420) but you can travel from only $206 (€170) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 930 miles (1498 km) distance in 24h 26m.
Distance 930 miles (1498 km) |
Average train duration 26h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $509 (€420) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 24h 26m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 7:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and South Miami, FL from $206 (€170). 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 South Miami, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL 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 South Miami, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to South Miami, FL
Most Washington, DC to South Miami, FL trains use the Union Station to Miami Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and South Miami, FL 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 South Miami, FL 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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