DC → LA · about 938 miles

Washington to Slidell train schedule

Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Washington to Slidell. The fastest takes 25 hours 49 minutes; every train leaves at 6:30 PM.

Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least

Trains a week
7
Fastest trip
25h 49m
Leaves at
6:30 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at Slidell 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.

Direct trains from Washington, DC to Slidell, LA
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
6:30 PM7:19 PM +1 day25h 49mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Slidell The route of the busiest trip

Return trip: Slidell to Washington

Questions

How long is the train from Washington to Slidell?

The fastest direct train takes 25 hours 49 minutes; the typical trip is 25 hours 49 minutes.

What time is the first train from Washington to Slidell?

Every departure is at 6:30 PM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Washington to Slidell?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Washington?

Trains to Slidell leave from Washington (Union Station).