How much does a train ticket cost from Denver to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Denver to Washington start from £149. The average price for this train route is around £284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Denver to Washington?

The average train journey time from Denver to Washington is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1488 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Denver to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Denver to Washington departs at 18:59. And the latest train departs at 21:59.

Train Denver to Washington from £142 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Denver to Washington on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Washington on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 21h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 21h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Washington on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Denver to Washington on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:59	Union Station	1d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 23:22 MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Denver 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 1 day, 18 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 18hAverage duration

1495 milesDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£126 - £490	Average duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£149 - £1,499	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 218kg CO₂e

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

Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,645 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5645 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £149

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

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Denver to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Denver to Washington start from £149. The average price for this train route is around £284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Denver to Washington?
The average train journey time from Denver to Washington is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1488 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Denver to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Denver to Washington?
The earliest train from Denver to Washington departs at 18:59. And the latest train departs at 21:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/12

£249

13/12

£311

Today

£329

15/12

No data

16/12

£273

17/12

£335

18/12

No data

19/12

£398

The cheapest trip from Denver to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £249

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

You can expect to pay from £249 to £1,123 for a train ticket from Denver to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £273, which is on 2025-12-16.