How much is the train ticket from Washington to Stamford?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Stamford start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Stamford?

The average train trip from Washington to Stamford takes 4h 28m and covers 380 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 43m and is operated by Amtrak Acela .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Stamford route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Washington to Stamford departs at 4:54am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.

What is the best train operator from Washington to Stamford?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Stamford?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Stamford?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Stamford?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Washington to Stamford from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Stamford on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	8h 33m	6:33am	Stamford Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00am	Union Station	3h 45m	8:45am	Stamford Station	Fastest
Train	5:00am	Union Station	3h 45m	8:45am	Stamford Station	No tags
Train	7:10am	Union Station	4h 36m	11:46am	Stamford Station	No tags
Train	6:00am	Union Station	3h 45m	9:45am	Stamford Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:20 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Stamford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stamford. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

380 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $206	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $858	Average Duration4h 28m	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Stamford, CT, US?

Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Stamford, CT, US

A
Stamford Station
48 Station Pl, Stamford, CT 06902, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Stamford, CT, 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 Washington to Stamford?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Stamford start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Stamford?
The average train trip from Washington to Stamford takes 4h 28m and covers 380 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 43m and is operated by Amtrak Acela.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Stamford route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 19 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Stamford?
The earliest train from Washington to Stamford departs at 4:54am. The latest train departs at 10:00pm.
What is the best train operator from Washington to Stamford?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Stamford?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Washington to Stamford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Washington to Stamford?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-25

$327

11-26

$406

Today

$68

11-28

$189

11-29

$189

11-30

$494

12-01

$133

12-02

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Stamford, CT, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $68

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

You can expect to pay from $68 to $1,089 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Stamford, CT, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Amtrak Acela will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.