The cheapest and fastest trains from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 3 trains that leave Exton Station, Exton, PA for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Sat, Apr 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Apr 04 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Sat, Apr 04 the slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.
11:16 PM3h21Exton Station, Exton, PA2:37 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$461One-way0 transfers
1:33 PM4h06Exton Station, Exton, PA5:39 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$481One-way0 transfers
7:17 PM3h12Exton Station, Exton, PA10:29 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$601One-way0 transfers
7:17 PM3h12Exton Station, Exton, PA10:29 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$601One-way0 transfers
11:16 PM3h21Exton Station, Exton, PA2:37 AMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$461One-way0 transfers
1:33 PM4h06Exton Station, Exton, PA5:39 PMWashington Union Station, Washington, DC$481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $221.
Distance: 106 miles (172 km)
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$54 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $351 Average price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trains for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
600 Keystone Service · 185 Northeast Regional | 11:54 AM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 5h03 | 4:57 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
646 Keystone Service · 95 Northeast Regional | 2:11 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h54 | 6:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
646 Keystone Service+ 2153 Acela | 2:11 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 2h54 | 5:05 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
650 Keystone Service · 171 Northeast Regional | 5:18 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h07 | 8:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 93 Northeast Regional | 6:17 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h08 | 9:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 85 Northeast Regional | 6:17 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 4h21 | 10:38 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 97 Silver Meteor | 6:17 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 4h07 | 10:24 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
42 Pennsylvanian · 19 Crescent | 6:17 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h30 | 9:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
652 Keystone Service+ 2167 Acela | 8:19 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h46 | 12:05 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
652 Keystone Service · 173 Northeast Regional | 8:19 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h13 | 11:32 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
654 Keystone Service · 193 Northeast Regional | 9:43 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h09 | 12:52 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
656 Keystone Service · 137 Northeast Regional | 10:51 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h07 | 1:58 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
658 Keystone Service · 175 Northeast Regional | 11:46 PM Exton Station, Exton, PA | 3h37 | 3:23 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Trains from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:52, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 106 miles (172 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 106 miles (172 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 12:52 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Exton Station, Exton, PA and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, 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 Union Station, Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Exton Station, Exton, PA to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available on-site with daily and monthly rates.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a waiting room and ticket office.
- SEPTA Bus: Route 92, Route 204
- Amtrak: Keystone Service
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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