Train from Washington, DC, US to El Paso, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to El Paso on 2 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Union DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £148, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
2d 3hAverage duration
1718 milesDistance
69kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£148 - £459Average duration2d 3h
69kg CO₂e
Average price£267 - £1,257Average duration2d 23h
253kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to El Paso?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to El Paso start from £267. The average price for this train route is around £339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to El Paso?

    The average train journey time from Washington to El Paso is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 1722 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to El Paso route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to El Paso?

    The earliest train from Washington to El Paso departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of £234

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 El Paso, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £234 to £817 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £234, which is on 2026-02-02.

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