DC → IN · about 509 miles
Washington to Elkhart train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Washington to Elkhart. The fastest takes 15 hours 32 minutes; every train leaves at 3:57 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 15h 32m
- Leaves at
- 3:57 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at Elkhart Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:57 PM | 7:29 AM +1 day | 15h 32m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Elkhart The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Washington
Where the train stops in Elkhart
Return trip: Elkhart to Washington
Questions
How long is the train from Washington to Elkhart?
The fastest direct train takes 15 hours 32 minutes; the typical trip is 15 hours 32 minutes.
What time is the first train from Washington to Elkhart?
Every departure is at 3:57 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Washington to Elkhart?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Washington?
Trains to Elkhart leave from Washington (Union Station).