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Trip Overview

The average train between Chester and Washington takes 2h 22m and the fastest train takes 1h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Chester to Washington. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 22m
Duration
122 mi
Distance
$323
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train (Amtrak)

best
  1. Take the train from Wilmington to Washington Union Stationtrain train Northeast Regional / ...
2h 17m
$28–653

Chester to Washington train times

Trains run hourly between Chester and Washington. The earliest departure is at 4:42 AM at night, and the last departure from Chester is at 11:43 PM which arrives into Washington at 6:29 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 121.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Chester, PA, USA and Washington, DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Wilmington to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Amtrak Acela also services this route every 2 hours.

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