Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH train from $59 (€52) with Amtrak

Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Cheapest

$178

Average

$178

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

51 Cardinal

10:59AM14h32

Union Station, Washington, DC

01:31AMUnion Terminal, Cincinnati, OH

$1781One-way

0 transfers

Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, December 6

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Amtrak 51 Cardinal	10:59AM Union Station, Washington, DC	14h32	01:31AM Union Terminal, Cincinnati, OH	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH

Showing times and prices for Dec 06

Fastest Journey

14 h 32 m

Average

14 h 32 m

Trains per day

Distance

646 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Cincinnati, OH every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Dec 06 the direct trains cover the 646 km distance in an average of 14 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 14 h 32 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.

Fastest

51 Cardinal

10:59AM14h32

Union Station, Washington, DC

01:31AMUnion Terminal, Cincinnati, OH

$1781One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH

Trains from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€73) but you can travel from only $59 (€52) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $59 (€52)

Distance

401 miles (646 km)

Average train duration

14h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

$83 (€73)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

14h 32m

First train

03:37

Last train

10:59

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $59 (€52)

Train providers: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH trains

For as little as $143 (€127) you can travel by train from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey between Washington, DC and Cincinnati, OH.

Train information from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 14 h 32 min
Cheapest Price: $143

FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH

FAQs: Travel by train from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH.

Cheap train tickets from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH can start from as little as $83 (€73) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH is $132 (€117); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Washington, DC and Cincinnati, OH is on average 14 h 32 min for the 401 mile (646 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Washington, DC and Cincinnati, OH by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH leaves at 3: 37 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH leaves at 10: 59 AM.

There is 1 train a day from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Cincinnati, OH from Washington, DC as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The cheapest month for a train from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Cincinnati, OH from Washington, DC including taking a bus, train or flight.

Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH

Washington, DC

Cincinnati, OH

The major train station for departures in Washington, DC is Union Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Union Station for your trip from Washington, DC to Cincinnati, OH.

Union Station Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

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Parking

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ATM

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Accessibility

Address

50 Massachusetts Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States

Phone Number

+1 202 2891908

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00

Public transit options for Union Station

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