The cheapest and fastest trains from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$406
Average price
$462
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 11 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1773 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC will cost around $462 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $406.
It's difficult to get from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
4 Southwest Chief · 41 Floridian
4 Southwest Chief · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 97 Silver Meteor
4 Southwest Chief · 41 Floridian
4 Southwest Chief · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 97 Silver MeteorTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Wichita, KS to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €138. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 12h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €138, and a flight costs an average of €284.
Distance: 1101 miles (1773 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€362 Average price | €170 Average price Cheapest | €459 Average price |
32h 31m Average total duration 32h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 55m Average total duration 28h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 27m Average total duration Fastest 12h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Wichita, KS to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Wichita, KS to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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4 Southwest Chief · 41 Floridian | 7:59 AM Newton Station, Newton, KS | 34h11 | 6:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
4 Southwest Chief · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian · 97 Silver Meteor | 7:59 AM Newton Station, Newton, KS | 39h26 | 11:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC
Trains from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 32h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $403 (€328) but you can travel from only $170 (€138) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 1101 miles (1773 km) distance in 34h 11m.
Distance 1101 miles (1773 km) |
Average train duration 32h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $403 (€328) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 34h 11m |
First train 01:00 |
Last train 16:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wichita, KS and Washington, DC from $170 (€138). 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 Wichita, KS to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wichita, KS to Washington, DC
- 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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