DC → FL · about 691 miles
Washington to Palatka train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Washington to Palatka. The fastest takes 15 hours 28 minutes; the first train leaves at 1:48 PM and the last at 7:24 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 15h 28m
- First train
- 1:48 PM
- Last train
- 7:24 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at Palatka Amtrak. 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 | 7:59 AM +1 day | 18h 11m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:24 PM | 10:52 AM +1 day | 15h 28m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Palatka The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Washington
Where the train stops in Palatka
- Palatka Amtrak Map of Palatka Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Palatka to Washington
Questions
How long is the train from Washington to Palatka?
The fastest direct train takes 15 hours 28 minutes; the typical trip is 18 hours 11 minutes.
What time is the first train from Washington to Palatka?
The earliest departure is at 1:48 PM (Mon) and the last at 7:24 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Washington to Palatka?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Washington?
Trains to Palatka leave from Washington (Union Station).