The average train between Bethesda and Springfield takes 7h 51m and the fastest train takes 7h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Bethesda to Springfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Bethesda and Springfield. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bethesda is at 4:37 PM which arrives into Springfield at 12:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 7h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bethesda to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Bethesda station and arriving at Springfield station via Springfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.
Bethesda to Springfield train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Washington Union Station.
Bethesda to Springfield train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Springfield station.
The distance between Bethesda and Springfield is 515.3 km. The road distance is 596 km.
Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Springfield 3 times a day. Tickets cost $100–230 and the journey takes 6h 53m.