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Trip Overview

The average train between London and Washington DC takes 34h 57m and the fastest train takes 33h 50m. The train runs, on average, 5 times per week from London to Washington DC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

34h 57m
Duration
817 mi
Distance
$417
Average price
5 times a week
Frequency

London to Washington DC train times

Trains run 5 times a week between London and Washington DC. The service departs London at 7:38 PM in the evening, which arrives into Washington DC at 07:05:00. All services require a transfer at Aldershot and take an average of 34h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    VIA RailVIA RailAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority35h 27m • 3 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    VIA RailVIA RailAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority35h 27m • 3 changes

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    VIA RailVIA RailAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority35h 2m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    VIA RailVIA RailAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority35h 2m • 3 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    VIA RailVIA RailAmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority33h 50m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from London to Washington DC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 816.9 mi
  • Duration: 34h 57m

What companies run services between London, ON, Canada and Washington DC, USA?

You can take a train from London to Washington DC via Aldershot, Penn Station, Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station, Washington Union Station, Union Station, Red Line Center Platform, and Metro Center, Red Line Track 2 Platform in around 18h 25m.

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