The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to State College, PA
Cheapest price
$88
Average price
$112
Fastest journey
6 h 37 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
222 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to State College, 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 State College, PA will cost around $112 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $88.
Of the 2 trains that leave Washington, DC for State College, PA on Tue, Mar 03, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 03 the direct trains cover the 222 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 37 m .
On Tue, Mar 03 the slowest trains will take 8 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to State College, PA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to State College, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $231.
Distance: 137 miles (222 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$166 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $515 Average price |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to State College, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to State College, PA trains for today, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:50 PM Washington, DC | 8h00 | 9:50 PM State College, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Washington, DC | 6h30 | 9:50 PM State College, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to State College, PA
Trains from Washington, DC to State College, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€63) but you can travel from only $42 (€33) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:13, the last at 14:45. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (222 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 137 miles (222 km) |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€63) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 07:13 |
Last train 14:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to State College, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and State College, PA from $42 (€33). 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 State College, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to State College, 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 State College, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to State College, PA
- 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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