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Trip Overview

The train between Washington and California takes 35h 16m. There is at least one train per day from Washington to California. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

35h 16m
Duration
1,368 mi
Distance
$900
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Washington to California train times

Trains run once daily between Washington and California. The service departs Washington at 9:55 AM in the morning, which arrives into California at 21:11:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 35h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington to California? 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: 1,368 mi
  • Duration: 35h 16m

What companies run services between Washington, USA and California, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Seattle to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $750–1,200 and the journey takes 35h 16m.

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