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

The average train ticket price from Washington to Cleveland is $178. The best way to find train tickets from Washington to Cleveland is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Washington to Cleveland?

A train trip between Washington and Cleveland is around 16h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 56m. This is the time it takes to travel the 305 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Washington and Cleveland?

The number of trains from Washington to Cleveland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Cleveland by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to Cleveland?

When taking the train from Washington to Cleveland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Washington to Cleveland from $49 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Cleveland on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	10h 56m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:57pm	Union Station	10h 56m	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	7:50am	Union Station	20h 3m	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	10:20am	Union Station	17h 33m	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:25am	Union Station	16h 28m	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:01 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

16h 30mAverage Duration

305 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$41 - $265	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$52 - $1,357	Average Duration16h 28m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,584 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5584 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $52

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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$85

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$85

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$85

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$69

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$49

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $1,073 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-11-19.