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2 trains operate daily from Winter Park to Washington DC. The train trip from Winter Park to Washington DC is usually about 18 hours and 28 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Silver Service train can get you there in as little as 17 hours and 32 minutes.
| Distance | 754 mi (1213 km) |
| Fastest train | 17h 32m |
| Lowest price | $111.00 |
| Trains per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Silver Service |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Winter Park to Washington
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: More relaxing to travel by train than plane. The peace of mind that I was on the ground. Plus safety rating of travel by train compared to planes. Cons: Staff, mostly male, seemed to be straight forward not personable or pleasant. I was almost afraid to ask a question their face blank and response cold and short. Tips: Neck pillow, blanket, eye mask, earphones very helpful. Long but comfortable ride with these accessories.
The average price for a train ticket from Winter Park to Washington is $138.42, Tickets are generally pricier for this train route, which is to be expected given the long distance. By booking your trip at least 28 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 $251.25 more.
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Winter Park to Washington DC will cost between $125 and $254. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
By booking your train trip from Winter Park to Washington on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time, you can save about $251.25 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Amtrak Silver Service is the one and only train line which connects Winter Park to Washington. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Silver Service | 2 | 18h 29m | $183.59 |
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 Winter Park to Washington start from $111 and the average train journey lasts about 18 hours and 29 minutes.
The distance between Winter Park and Washington DC is approximately 754 miles, or 1213 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 18 hours and 28 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 17 hours and 32 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 Winter Park to Washington DC tend to have the most passengers on Thursday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Thursday. 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 Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Winter Park 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 Winter Park 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 Winter Park.
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Winter Park is a city in Florida outside Orlando, known for its many outdoor spaces and art and museum centers. The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens showcases sculptures in a lush setting, the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is renowned for its Tiffany windows, and the Rollins Museum of Art exhibits artworks from ancient to contemporary periods.
Museums aside, Winter Park is a fabulous urban outdoor destination. Paddle through Winter Park Canals, smell the wisteria at Central Park, and relax in Kraft Azalea Garden on Lake Maitland. Winter Park's premier urban village has cypresses sweeping over red-brick streets lined with cafés, gastro pubs, and brewing companies. Walk along Park Avenue or in the Hannibal Square district for the best shopping and dining in historic settings.
Winter Park is one of the stops on Amtrak's Silver Service between New York City and Miami. FlixBus runs a few intercity bus routes directly to Winter Park, but additional bus lines go through nearby Orlando.
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 Winter Park.
148 W Morse Blvd
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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