Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for 09 Dec

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£27

Fastest journey

34 m

Average duration

35 m

Trains per day

35

Distance

57 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

Of the 35 trains that leave Baltimore, MD for Washington, DC every day 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 57 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .

The slowest trains will take 36 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.

Amtrak129 Northeast Regional
19:180h43
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
20:01Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
£51One-way
0 changes
Amtrak55 Vermonter
21:200h42
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
22:02Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
£51One-way
0 changes
Amtrak175 Northeast Regional
22:260h41
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
23:07Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
£51One-way
0 changes
Amtrak137 Northeast Regional
21:020h51
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
21:53Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
£51One-way
0 changes
Amtrak193 Northeast Regional
20:080h42
Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
20:50Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
£51One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £9.

Distance: 57 km

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£7

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Cheapest

£13

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40m

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30m

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1h 34m

Average total duration

1h 4m

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Live departures

Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train times

The table below shows live departures for Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC trains for today, Monday 8 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 17:34
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
amtrak_acela2155 Acela18:19 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h34
18:53 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak95 Northeast Regional18:23 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h42
19:05 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak119 Northeast Regional18:46 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h42
19:28 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2117 Acela19:18 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h34
19:52 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak125 Northeast Regional19:21 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h43
20:04 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak131 Northeast Regional20:00 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h45
20:45 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2159 Acela20:21 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h37
20:58 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak171 Northeast Regional20:33 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h52
21:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak133 Northeast Regional21:24 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h38
22:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2121 Acela21:32 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h36
22:08 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak93 Northeast Regional21:39 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h46
22:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak19 Crescent21:57 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h50
22:47 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2163 Acela22:15 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h38
22:53 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak97 Silver Meteor22:32 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h48
23:20 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak85 Northeast Regional22:50 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h44
23:34 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak173 Northeast Regional23:44 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h44
00:28 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
Tuesday 9 December
amtrak_acela2167 Acela00:16 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h40
00:56 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak129 Northeast Regional00:18 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h43
01:01 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak193 Northeast Regional01:08 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h42
01:50 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak197 Northeast Regional01:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h42
02:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak137 Northeast Regional02:02 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h51
02:53 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak55 Vermonter02:20 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h42
03:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak175 Northeast Regional03:26 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h41
04:07 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak67 Northeast Regional11:04 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h50
11:54 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak151 Northeast Regional11:43 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h50
12:33 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak111 Northeast Regional12:36 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h46
13:22 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2103 Acela12:49 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h35
13:24 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak181 Northeast Regional13:22 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h40
14:02 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak89 Palmetto13:40 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h47
14:27 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2107 Acela13:46 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h37
14:23 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak79 Carolinian14:47 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h44
15:31 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak183 Northeast Regional15:17 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h44
16:01 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak141 Northeast Regional16:00 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h41
16:41 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak_acela2151 Acela16:15 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h36
16:51 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect
amtrak185 Northeast Regional17:07 Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD
0h45
17:52 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC?

The best time to book your train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC

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Trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC run on average 32 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 57 km distance in 40m.

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
Distance
57 km
Average train duration
40m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
32
Direct trains
32
Fastest train
40m
First train
00:01
Last train
23:56
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

Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Maryland Transit from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela, Maryland Transit trains will get you between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak

About
Amtrak is the main passenger train operator in the United States, providing medium- and long-distance intercity services across 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Operating over 300 trains daily and serving more than 500 destinations, Amtrak connects cities and regions nationwide through routes such as the high-speed Acela in the Northeast Corridor, the scenic Coast Starlight along the West Coast, and the Empire Builder linking Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest. Other notable services include the Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the unique Auto Train, which allows passengers to bring their cars onboard. Amtrak offers a variety of classes to suit different budgets and travel needs, including Coach, Business, First Class, and Sleeper Class with options like Roomettes, Bedrooms, and Bedroom Suites for overnight journeys. Ticket types include Saver, Value, Flexible, Business, and Premium. Onboard amenities vary by service but may include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, dining options, and lounge access on select trains. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–Boston, San Diego–San Luis Obispo, San Jose–Sacramento, and Chicago–Seattle.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
41m
Cheapest Price
£5
Amtrak frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Amtrak
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for Business and First Class. Optional fee for Coach Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

Amtrak Acela

About
Amtrak Acela is the flagship high-speed train service operated by Amtrak, the national rail operator of the United States. Running along the Northeast Corridor, Acela connects major cities such as Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York City, Providence, and Boston. It is the fastest train service in the U.S., reaching speeds of up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose between Business Class and First Class. Both offer seat reservations, free Wi-Fi, power outlets, adjustable lighting, conference tables, and large tray tables, with spacious seating and extra legroom. Business Class includes complimentary snacks and beverages, while First Class offers larger seats, complimentary meals, and access to premium lounges. Food and drinks are also available for purchase at Café Acela. Popular routes include Washington, D.C.–New York City, New York City–Boston, and Philadelphia–Washington, D.C.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
32m
Cheapest Price
£284
Amtrak Acela frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 personal items and 2 carry-on bags included free
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at end of cars
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type and timing
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Café car with snacks, beverages, and light meals. Long-distance trains have full-service dining cars
Seat reservation
Coach Class: Not included, can be purchased. Business/First Class: Included
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, Red Cap assistance service, accessible platforms and stations
Pets
Small pets under 20 pounds allowed for $26 fee. Must be in carrier. Service animals travel free
Quiet zone

Maryland Transit

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£7
Maryland Transit frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Baltimore, MD 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.

FAQs
For a comprehensive experience of Washington, DC, plan to spend about three to four days. This allows time to visit major attractions such as the National Mall, Smithsonian Museums, and landmarks like the Lincoln Memorial and the US Capitol.
In Washington, DC, you can discover the National Gallery of Art, stroll through the historic Georgetown neighbourhood, visit the Library of Congress, explore the vibrant Eastern Market, and enjoy a performance at the Kennedy Centre. Best sights include the National Mall, the White House, the United States Capitol, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Lincoln Memorial.
Yes, a day trip from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is feasible. The journey takes 40m and covers 57 km. Trains run 32 times per day.
Booking trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC offers limited scenic views, primarily comprising urban and suburban landscapes, with occasional glimpses of the natural scenery along the way.
The cost of a train ticket from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £7.
Yes, there is a direct train between Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC. The service operates 32 times per day, provided by Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Maryland Transit.
The cheapest way to get from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is by train, costing approximately £5.
To get from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train station in Baltimore, MD that goes to Washington, DC is Pennsylvania Station, Baltimore, MD, and it arrives at Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
Yes, you can take the train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC.
The train distance from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC is 57 km.
The train journey from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC covers a distance of 57 km and takes approximately 40m. Trains run 32 per day.
The first train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC leaves at 0:01.
The last train from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC departs at 23:56.
Trains from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC run approximately 32 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC.
There is no night train service from Baltimore, MD to Washington, DC.

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Important Stations and Airports in Baltimore, MD and Washington, DC

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Washington
The major train station for departures in Baltimore is Pennsylvania Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pennsylvania Station for your trip from Baltimore to Washington.
Pennsylvania StationWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from Charles Street.
Dining
Dining
  • The Helmand
  • Tapas Teatro
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • $0.50
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Indigo Baltimore Downtown
  • The Ivy Hotel
  • Hotel Revival Baltimore
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and MARC trains
  • Hall 3: access to Light RailLink
Public transport options for Pennsylvania Station
  • Light Rail: Baltimore Light RailLink
  • Bus: Several MTA bus lines available

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