DC → FL · about 801 miles
Washington to Lakeland train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Washington to Lakeland. The fastest takes 21 hours 50 minutes; every train leaves at 1:48 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 21h 50m
- Leaves at
- 1:48 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at Lakeland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:48 PM | 11:38 AM +1 day | 21h 50m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Lakeland The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Washington
Where the train stops in Lakeland
Return trip: Lakeland to Washington
Questions
How long is the train from Washington to Lakeland?
The fastest direct train takes 21 hours 50 minutes; the typical trip is 21 hours 50 minutes.
What time is the first train from Washington to Lakeland?
Every departure is at 1:48 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Washington to Lakeland?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Washington?
Trains to Lakeland leave from Washington (Union Station).