The gateway to the nation’s capital since 1907, Washington - Union Station today serves tens of millions of commuters, travelers, diners and shoppers every year and is the second-busiest train station in the Amtrak network.

• Amtrak WiFi
• Metropolitan Lounge
• Dozens of restaurants with plenty of seats
• Many more accommodations as you wait to board your train
• Easy connections to the WMATA Metro rail and bus system and MARC or VRE commuter trains
• A few steps from the U.S. Capitol Building and the National Gallery of Art

Union Station DC connects passengers not only to major cities in the surrounding states of Maryland and Virginia, but from coast-to-coast as well. Popular destinations from Washington, DC, also include Miami, Stamford and Charleston.

Take a look at the full list of Amtrak's train routes including Acela for the essential details on amenities, accommodations, menus, local guides, route highlights and much more.

Ready to go right now? Buy train tickets to Washington, DC, on Amtrak.com, from the Amtrak app, at an Amtrak kiosk or from a ticketing agent at any Amtrak station.

Washington, DC is the only place where you can visit world-class Smithsonian museums, stunning national monuments and memorials without paying admission. It’s the only place where you can view the founding documents of our country, and then have a Michelin-starred meal. There’s also a vibrant arts and culture scene, miles and miles of green space and major men's and women's pro sports teams.