VT → DC · about 436 miles
Essex Junction to Washington train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Essex Junction to Washington. The fastest takes 12 hours 18 minutes; every train leaves at 9:44 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 12h 18m
- Leaves at
- 9:44 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Essex Junction-Burlington Amtrak Station 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:44 AM | 10:02 PM | 12h 18m | Mon–Thu from Dec 21 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:44 AM | 10:07 PM | 12h 23m | Mon–Fri from Nov 16 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:44 AM | 10:28 PM | 12h 44m | Sat & Sun from Dec 19 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:44 AM | 10:34 PM | 12h 50m | Thu, Sat, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 9:44 AM | 10:36 PM | 12h 52m | Mon–Fri | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Essex Junction Where you get off in Washington The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Essex Junction
- Essex Junction-Burlington Amtrak Station Map of Essex Junction-Burlington Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Washington
Return trip: Washington to Essex Junction
Questions
How long is the train from Essex Junction to Washington?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 18 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours 50 minutes.
What time is the first train from Essex Junction to Washington?
Every departure is at 9:44 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Essex Junction to Washington?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Essex Junction?
Trains to Washington leave from Essex Junction-Burlington Amtrak Station.