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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington and Lancaster takes 2d 23h and the fastest train takes 2d 22h. The train runs, on average, 4 times per week from Washington to Lancaster. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 23h
Duration
3,072 mi
Distance
$1,910
Average price
4 times a week
Frequency

Washington to Lancaster train times

Trains run 4 times a week between Washington and Lancaster. The service departs Washington at 3:57 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Lancaster at 11:51:00. All services require a transfer at Chicago Union Station and take an average of 2d 23h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMetrolink Trains2d 22h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMetrolink Trains2d 22h • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMetrolink Trains2d 22h • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakMetrolink Trains3d • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington to Lancaster? 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: 3,071.7 mi
  • Duration: 2d 23h

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Washington Union Station to Lancaster via Chicago Union Station, Los Angeles, and L.A. Union Station in around 2d 17h.

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