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

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Erie to Washington on 3 December
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Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Erie 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 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
18h 45mAverage duration
268 milesDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£54 - £145Average duration18h 45m
11kg CO₂e
Average price£153 - £682Average duration15h 52m
40kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Erie 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 Erie to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Erie to Washington start from £153. The average price for this train route is around £363. 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 Erie to Washington?

    The average train journey time from Erie to Washington is 15h 52m, covering a distance of 275 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 17h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Erie 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 Erie to Washington?

    The earliest train from Erie to Washington departs at 07:24. And the latest train departs at 07:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/12
£110
02/12
£94
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06/12
£193
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Erie to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £94

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

You can expect to pay from £94 to £463 for a train ticket from Erie to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £193, which is on 2025-12-06.

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