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Washington DC to Winter Haven Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Washington to Winter Haven?

There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Washington to Winter Haven.

Bus
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
NOK 1,714.55
Avg. Price
NOK 1,838.83
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
1
Daily Trips
1
Duration
Duration
1d 10h 56m
Duration
21h 22m

Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Washington DC to Winter Haven. Traveling by train from Washington DC to Winter Haven usually takes 21 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Silver Service train can make the trip in 19 hours and 6 minutes.

Distance799 mi (1286 km)
Fastest train19h 6m
Lowest priceNOK 1,459.06
Trains per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Silver Service
Train lines3

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What is the price of a train ticket from Washington DC to Winter Haven?

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Washington to Winter Haven was NOK 1,459.06. Tickets for this route are somewhat expensive, given the distance between Washington DC and Winter Haven. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Winter Haven if you book your train tickets at least 11 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra NOK 1,533.04.

Average train ticket prices from Washington DC to Winter Haven by month

NOK 3,061NOK 2,449NOK 1,837NOK 1,224NOK 612DJFMAMJJASON
You can find the lowest prices on this route during February. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Washington DC to Winter Haven, with the average price at just NOK 1,367. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in September, when the average price goes up to NOK 2,898. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Washington DC to Winter Haven?

There are 3 train lines with service from Washington to Winter Haven. There is only one daily train on each service.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak123h 51mNOK 1,891.68

Amtrak Floridian

123h 51mNOK 1,962.08
Amtrak Silver Service119h 6mNOK 1,818.53
  • 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 Washington to Winter Haven every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from NOK 1,816.

  • Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Washington DC to Winter Haven start from NOK 1,459, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Winter Haven. Amtrak Floridian in Washington leaves from Union Station . And in Winter Haven trains arrive at 1800 7th Street SW .

    From Washington DC to Winter Haven train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 23 hours and 51 minutes. If you are looking to get to Winter Haven faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 19 hours and 6 minutes.

    If you are looking to travel to Winter Haven on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Washington.

  • The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car. One-way train tickets for the Silver Service from Washington to Winter Haven start from NOK 1,459 and the average train journey lasts about 19 hours and 6 minutes.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Washington DC to Winter Haven

The distance between Washington DC and Winter Haven is approximately 799 miles, or 1286 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 21 hours and 26 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 19 hours and 6 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 Washington DC to Winter Haven on Monday. Tickets for Monday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.

The earliest train departs Washington DC at 1:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 Washington DC twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Winter Haven 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 Winter Haven to Washington DC.

City Information

Washington DC

Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.

D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.

Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Washington DC?

Washington, DC - Union Station - DCAUST-0

Main departure station: Union Station

Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.

All train stations in Washington DC:

  • Union Station

Where is the train station in Winter Haven?

Main arrival station: 1800 7th Street SW

Winter Haven has one train station.

All train stations in Winter Haven:

  • 1800 7th Street SW

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