The average train between Washington DC and Springfield takes 7h 58m and the fastest train takes 7h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Washington DC 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 twice daily between Washington DC and Springfield. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Washington DC is at 4:25 PM which arrives into Springfield at 12:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Federal Triangle, Blue/Orange/Silvere Line Center Platform and take an average of 7h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Washington DC to Springfield. However, there are services departing from Washington DC station and arriving at Springfield station via Springfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.
Washington DC to Springfield train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from New Carrollton Amtrak Station.
Washington DC to Springfield train services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Springfield station.
The distance between Washington DC and Springfield is 518 km. The road distance is 586 km.
Amtrak operates a train from New Carrollton Amtrak Station to Springfield twice daily. Tickets cost $100–220 and the journey takes 6h 43m.