DC → IN · about 536 miles
Washington to Lafayette train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Washington to Lafayette. The fastest takes 20 hours 22 minutes; every train leaves at 11:39 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 20h 22m
- Leaves at
- 11:39 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at Lafayette 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:39 AM | 8:01 AM +1 day | 20h 22m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Lafayette The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Washington
Where the train stops in Lafayette
Return trip: Lafayette to Washington
Questions
How long is the train from Washington to Lafayette?
The fastest direct train takes 20 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Washington to Lafayette?
Every departure is at 11:39 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Washington to Lafayette?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Washington?
Trains to Lafayette leave from Washington (Union Station).