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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Lamar to Washington. The train trip from Lamar to Washington is usually about 19 hours and 18 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 15 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 630 mi (1013 km) |
| Fastest train | 15h 40m |
| Lowest price | €108.24 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Lamar to Washington?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Lamar to Washington. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 2 | 19h 18m | €108.24 |
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 2 Amtrak trains from Lamar to Washington every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €108.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Lamar and Washington is approximately 630 miles, or 1013 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 19 hours and 18 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 40 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.
Trains departing from Lamar to Washington tend to have the most passengers on Tuesday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Tuesday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Lamar at 20:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:00. 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 Lamar twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Washington to Lamar.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Lamar?
Main departure station: 109 E Beech St
There is one train station in Lamar.
All train stations in Lamar:
109 E Beech 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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