DC → VT · about 456 miles

Washington to St. Albans train schedule

Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Washington to St. Albans. The fastest takes 12 hours 40 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:25 AM and the last at 8:10 AM.

Timetable data from · Schedule last changed

Trains a week
7
Fastest trip
12h 40m
First train
5:25 AM
Last train
8:10 AM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at St. Albans 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 St. Albans, VT
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
5:25 AM8:50 PM15h 25mSat & SunAmtrak
Full timetable
7:25 AM8:50 PM13h 25mSat & Sun from Nov 7Amtrak
Full timetable
7:30 AM8:50 PM13h 20mThu, Sat, Sun from Nov 14Amtrak
Full timetable
7:33 AM8:50 PM13h 17mMon–FriAmtrak
Full timetable
8:08 AM8:50 PM12h 42mMon–Fri from Nov 16Amtrak
Full timetable
8:10 AM8:50 PM12h 40mMon–Thu from Dec 21Amtrak
Full timetable

Route map

The map needs JavaScript.

Where to board in Washington Where you get off in St. Albans The route of the busiest trip

Return trip: St. Albans to Washington

Questions

How long is the train from Washington to St. Albans?

The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 40 minutes; the typical trip is 13 hours 20 minutes.

What time is the first train from Washington to St. Albans?

The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM (Sat & Sun) and the last at 8:10 AM (Mon–Thu).

Which rail companies go from Washington to St. Albans?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Washington?

Trains to St. Albans leave from Washington (Union Station).