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Trip Summary
You can pick from 15 daily train trips between Exton and Washington DC. The average train journey from Exton to Washington DC takes 4 hours, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 3 hours and 2 minutes.
Distance | 108 mi (174 km) |
Fastest train | 3h 2m |
Lowest price | CA$31.46 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Exton to Washington DC?
The average price for a train ticket from Exton to Washington is CA$102.25, By booking your trip at least 29 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 CA$52.14 more.
Average prices by travel date
For the next 30 days, the cost of a one-way train trip from Exton to Washington DC will range from CA$81 to CA$160. If you're planning to travel by train to Washington in the upcoming week, the cheapest train ticket from Exton you can find in the next 7 days is CA$94. Be sure to book your trip in advance as train ticket prices typically increase as your travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Exton to Washington on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about CA$52.14 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Exton to Washington DC?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Exton to Washington. However, there are 15 trains per day to choose from.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 15 | 4h 1m | CA$116.39 |
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 15 Amtrak trains from Exton to Washington every day, as well as 17 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from CA$31.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Exton and Washington DC is approximately 108 miles, or 174 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 3 hours and 2 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 Exton to Washington DC tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. 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 Wednesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
The earliest train departs Exton at 6:00am 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.
There are 15 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Washington DC to Exton.
City Information
Exton
Exton is a tiny town in Pennsylvania's Chester County. Bowling, arcade games, billiards, karaoke, ping pong, darts, and a Kids Zone play area are all available at Round1. Boot Road Park is a tiny urban park featuring a paved walking path, various sports fields, and a children's playground. Pinot's Palette Exton is a one-of-a-kind art studio that offers art workshops to students who are encouraged to bring wine and food to enjoy while working on their creations.
Philadelphia Airport, which is 22.5 miles away, is the closest airport to Exton. To get directly to the city, Amtrak has service from Philadelphia, New York, Paoli, Elizabethtown, and more.
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 Exton?
Main departure station: Amtrak SEPTA Station
There is one train station in Exton.
All train stations in Exton:
Amtrak SEPTA Station
Where is the train station in Washington DC?
Main arrival 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
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