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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL
Cheapest price
€196
Average price
€196
Fastest journey
20 h 46 m
Average duration
20 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1343 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg, FL will cost around €196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €196.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for St. Petersburg, FL on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 1343 km distance in an average of 20 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 46 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 20 h 46 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.
12:24 AM20h46Washington, DC9:10 PMSt. Petersburg, FL€1961One-way0 transfers
- 12:24 AM20h46Washington, DC9:10 PMSt. Petersburg, FL€1961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €118. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €118, and a bus costs an average of €89.
Distance: 834 miles (1343 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€164 Average price Cheapest | €167 Average price | €173 Average price | €152 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 38m Average total duration 22h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 54m Average total duration 31h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 39m 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 St. Petersburg, FL:
A train is €4 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL costing on average €167.
A train is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL costing on average €173.
Other travel options to St. Petersburg, FL take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 8m.
Bus takes on average 31h 24m.
Tickets start at around €164 compared to roughly €152 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-11.74. The journey takes 22h 8m versus 13h 39m 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 St. Petersburg, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:24 AM Washington, DC | 20h46 | 9:10 PM St. Petersburg, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL
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Trains from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €118 but you can travel from only €89 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:45, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 834 miles (1343 km) distance in 20h 46m.
Distance 834 miles (1343 km) |
Average train duration 22h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €118 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 20h 46m |
First train 8:45 AM |
Last train 7:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 70 days |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL
Most Washington, DC to St. Petersburg, FL trains use the Union Station to St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter) station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and St. Petersburg, 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 St. Petersburg, 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.
Which St. Petersburg, FL station do trains from Washington, DC arrive at?
Getting to St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter) from St. Petersburg city centre
St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter) is 8 km from St. Petersburg city centre. Public transport options include:
St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter) train station facilities and services
St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter). ATMs are available at St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Petersburg, 77th Avenue North (Gateway Mall - Shelter).
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