How much does a train ticket cost from Cleveland to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Cleveland to Washington start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €102. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cleveland to Washington?

The average train journey time from Cleveland to Washington is 11h 16m, covering a distance of 493 km. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Cleveland to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cleveland to Washington?

The earliest train from Cleveland to Washington departs at 01:54. And the latest train departs at 05:50.

Train Cleveland to Washington from €51 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:50	Amtrak Station	21h 10m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Cleveland to Washington on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
01:54	Amtrak Station	11h 16m	13:10	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags
01:54	Amtrak Station	17h 34m	19:28	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:53 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cleveland to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

11h 20mAverage duration

492 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€42 - €187	Average duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€45 - €347	Average duration11h 16m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at €45

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Cleveland to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Cleveland to Washington start from €45. The average price for this train route is around €102. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cleveland to Washington?
The average train journey time from Cleveland to Washington is 11h 16m, covering a distance of 493 km. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cleveland to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cleveland to Washington?
The earliest train from Cleveland to Washington departs at 01:54. And the latest train departs at 05:50.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

26/01

€170

27/01

€147

Today

€134

29/01

€126

30/01

€73

31/01

€73

01/02

€104

02/02

€105

The cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of €73

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €73 to €601 for a train ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €73, which is on 2026-01-30.