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Pros: As always, Amtrak let's you sit back and enjoy the ride while meeting nice people. Tips: Bring a pillow and blanket.
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There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Palatka to Washington DC. Traveling by train from Palatka to Washington DC usually takes 17 hours and 16 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Silver Service train can make the trip in 15 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 691 mi (1112 km) |
| Fastest train | 15h 55m |
| Lowest price | HRK 576.25 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Silver Service |
| Train lines | 3 |

Average score for trains from Palatka to Washington
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: As always, Amtrak let's you sit back and enjoy the ride while meeting nice people. Tips: Bring a pillow and blanket.
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Palatka to Washington was HRK 576.25. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Washington DC if you book your train tickets at least 29 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra HRK 484.58.
There are 3 train lines with service from Palatka to Washington. There is only one daily train on each service.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 18h 29m | HRK 1,063.32 |
Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 18h 38m | HRK 1,097.30 |
| Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 15h 59m | HRK 1,130.24 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Palatka to Washington every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from HRK 851.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Palatka to Washington DC start from HRK 576, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Washington. Amtrak Floridian in Palatka leaves from 220 N 11th St . And in Washington trains arrive at Union Station .
From Palatka to Washington DC train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 18 hours and 38 minutes. If you are looking to get to Washington faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 15 hours and 55 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Washington on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Palatka.
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 Palatka to Washington start from HRK 851 and the average train journey lasts about 15 hours and 59 minutes.
The distance between Palatka and Washington DC is approximately 691 miles, or 1112 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 17 hours and 16 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 15 hours and 55 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 Palatka to Washington DC on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Wednesday. Wednesday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs Palatka at 3:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 Palatka twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Washington DC 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 DC to Palatka.



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.
There is one train station in Palatka.
220 N 11th St

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.
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