Rome2Rio

Philadelphia to George Washington University trains

Find Transport to George Washington University

View schedule
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

Trip Overview

The average train between Philadelphia and George Washington University takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Philadelphia to George Washington University. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 36m
Duration
138 mi
Distance
$83
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Philadelphia to George Washington University train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Philadelphia and George Washington University. The earliest departure is at 4:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Philadelphia is at 9:38 PM which arrives into George Washington University at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer at New Carrollton Amtrak Station and take an average of 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority7h 56m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 38m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 18m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 48m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 32m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 38m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 18m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 48m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 32m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 38m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 18m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 48m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 32m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 38m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 18m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 48m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 32m • 1 change
  • Show more

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 38m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 18m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 48m • 1 change
  •  → 

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority2h 32m • 1 change
  • Show more

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Philadelphia to George Washington University? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Philadelphia to George Washington University.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 138 mi
  • Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and George Washington University, DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Washington Union Station hourly. Tickets cost $70–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Amtrak Acela also services this route hourly.

Operators