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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington and Chesapeake takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 4h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Washington to Chesapeake. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 40m
Duration
222 mi
Distance
$140
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Washington to Chesapeake train times

Trains run twice daily between Washington and Chesapeake. The earliest departure is at 1:10 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Washington is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Chesapeake at 11:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 4h 48m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 48m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 48m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 48m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 4h 39m • Direct
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    train train 4h 38m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 4h 39m • Direct
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    train train 4h 38m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 4h 34m • Direct
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    train train 4h 48m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington to Chesapeake? 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 Washington to Chesapeake.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 221.7 mi
  • Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Chesapeake, City of Chesapeake, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Norfolk twice daily. Tickets cost $120–190 and the journey takes 4h 48m.

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