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Trip Summary
2 trains operate daily from Washington to Jefferson City. The train trip from Washington to Jefferson City is usually about one hour and 19 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
Distance | 63 mi (101 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 19m |
Lowest price | $21.00 |
Trains per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |

What is the price of a train ticket from Washington to Jefferson City?
The average price for a train ticket from Washington, MO to Jefferson City is $21.30, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 1 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 $2.45 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Washington to Jefferson City?
2 train services operate from Washington to Jefferson City. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 1h 19m | $21.86 |
Amtrak Missouri River Runner | 1 | 1h 19m | $22.14 |
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 Jefferson City every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $21.
Amtrak Missouri River Runner is a daily passenger train service operated by Amtrak across Missouri. The 283-mile full journey runs alongside the Missouri River, providing excellent views for the journey. The Missouri Runner offers both standard and business-class tickets, and all passengers can enjoy onboard WiFi and a cafe service with food and drinks for sale.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Washington to Jefferson City
Trains departing from Washington to Jefferson City 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 Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Washington at 9:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 4:00pm. 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 twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. Luckily, both trains will get you to Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City to Washington.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Washington?
Main departure station: 301 W Front St
There is one train station in Washington.
All train stations in Washington:
301 W Front St
Where is the train station in Jefferson City?
Main arrival station: 101 Jefferson St
Jefferson City has one train station.
All train stations in Jefferson City:
101 Jefferson St
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