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Trip Summary
There are 2 daily trains from Lee's Summit to Washington. Traveling by train from Lee's Summit to Washington usually takes around 3 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Missouri River Runner train can make the trip in 3 hours and 43 minutes.
| Distance | 183 mi (295 km) |
| Fastest train | 3h 43m |
| Lowest price | £24.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Missouri River Runner |
| Train lines | 2 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Lee's Summit to Washington?
The average price for a train ticket from Lee's Summit to Washington, MO is £25.60, Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. By booking your trip at least 7 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay £6.40 more.
Monthly average prices
Which train should you take from Lee's Summit to Washington?
2 train services operate from Lee's Summit to Washington. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 3h 47m | £27.20 |
| Amtrak Missouri River Runner | 1 | 3h 43m | £27.60 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Lee's Summit to Washington every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £27.
The Missouri River Runner is an Amtrak regional passenger train whose full route runs across Missouri, from Kansas City to St. Louis. Both Coach Class and Business Class passengers will enjoy the free WiFi on board, power outlets at each seat, and the option to purchase snacks in the cafe car. The train departs from 217 SW Main St in Lee's Summit and arrives at 301 W Front St in Washington, and tickets on this route start at £24.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lee's Summit and Washington is approximately 183 miles, or 295 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 43 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Lee's Summit to Washington on Friday. Tickets for Friday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Saturday. Saturday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Lee's Summit at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 16:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in Lee's Summit twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Washington with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to get off or switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Washington to Lee's Summit.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Lee's Summit?
Main departure station: 217 SW Main St
There is one train station in Lee's Summit.
All train stations in Lee's Summit:
217 SW Main St
Where is the train station in Washington?
Main arrival station: 301 W Front St
Washington has one train station.
Train stations in Washington:
301 W Front St
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