How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start at $120. The average price for this train route is around $351. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Buffalo to Washington?

The average train trip from Buffalo to Washington takes 13h 2m and covers 469 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buffalo to Washington?

The earliest train from Buffalo to Washington departs at 4:28am. The latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Train Buffalo to Washington from $115 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:40pm	Depew Station	17h 49m	6:29am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
12:25pm	Exchange Street Station	18h 4m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
12:25pm	Exchange Street Station	18h 4m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
12:40pm	Depew Station	17h 49m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:40pm	Depew Station	17h 49m	6:29am	Union Station	Cheapest
9:05am	Depew Station	15h 26m	12:31am	Union Station	Fastest
12:25pm	Exchange Street Station	18h 4m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
12:25pm	Exchange Street Station	18h 4m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
9:05am	Depew Station	15h 26m	12:31am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:05am	Depew Station	17h 55m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:45am	Depew Station	11h 13m	3:58pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 30m	3:58pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	12h 57m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 30m	3:58pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours, and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

15hAverage Duration

468 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $516	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$120 - $1,798	Average Duration13h 2m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Buffalo, NY and Washington, DC, US?

Buffalo, NY

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Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $120

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start at $120. The average price for this train route is around $351. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Buffalo to Washington?
The average train trip from Buffalo to Washington takes 13h 2m and covers 469 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buffalo to Washington?
The earliest train from Buffalo to Washington departs at 4:28am. The latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$305

12-11

$363

Today

$421

12-13

$462

12-14

No data

12-15

$236

12-16

No data

12-17

$178

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $178

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $178 to $1,115 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $178 which is on 2025-12-17.