OH → DC · about 402 miles
Cincinnati to Washington train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Cincinnati to Washington. The fastest takes 15 hours 7 minutes; every train leaves at 3:37 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 15h 07m
- Leaves at
- 3:37 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Cincinnati Union Terminal and arrives at Washington Union Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:37 AM | 6:44 PM | 15h 07m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Cincinnati Where you get off in Washington The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Cincinnati
Where the train stops in Washington
Return trip: Washington to Cincinnati
Questions
How long is the train from Cincinnati to Washington?
The fastest direct train takes 15 hours 7 minutes; the typical trip is 15 hours 7 minutes.
What time is the first train from Cincinnati to Washington?
Every departure is at 3:37 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Cincinnati to Washington?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Cincinnati?
Trains to Washington leave from Cincinnati Union Terminal.