Train from Washington, DC, US to Tucson: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Tucson on 12 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 13hAverage duration
1944 milesDistance
78kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£174 - £610Average duration2d 13h
78kg CO₂e
Average price£257 - £1,377Average duration3d 3h
286kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Tucson 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 Tucson?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Tucson start from £257. The average price for this train route is around £409. 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 Tucson?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Tucson is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 1948 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Tucson 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 Tucson?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£254
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£458
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12/01
£247
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Tucson was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of £247

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 Tucson as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £247 to £1,606 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £247, which is on 2026-01-12.

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