Train from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Cincinnati to Washington on 29 November
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just £63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
15h 7mAverage duration
404 milesDistance
59kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£52 - £273Average duration1d 3h
16kg CO₂e
Average price£63 - £378Average duration15h 7m
59kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Cincinnati to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Washington start from £63. The average price for this train route is around £63. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Washington?

    The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Washington is 15h 7m, covering a distance of 404 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 15h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Washington route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cincinnati to Washington?

    The earliest train from Cincinnati to Washington departs at 03:37. And the latest train departs at 03:37.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£107
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £60

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

You can expect to pay from £60 to £460 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £60, which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Cincinnati and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £63 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £63. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US in about 15h 7m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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