Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY

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Today26 Jul
from US$270
Tomorrow27 Jul
from US$241
Mon28 Jul
from US$191
Tue29 Jul
from US$179
Wed30 Jul
from US$132
Thu31 Jul
from US$241
Fri1 Aug
from US$191
Sat2 Aug
from US$205

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 28 July at
    Destination city: Buffalo
    Destination location: Depew Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Buffalo
    Destination location: Depew Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Buffalo
    Destination location: Exchange Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 27 July at
    Destination city: Buffalo
    Destination location: Exchange Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 27 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 28 July at
    Destination city: Buffalo
    Destination location: Exchange Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Buffalo

Bus
Average priceUS$73 - US$238Average duration14h 50m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$86 - US$919Average duration13h 57m
43kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Buffalo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day
14h 50mAverage duration
US$73Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$168
Average train trip duration13h 57m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure05:00
Distance291 miles
Latest train departure22:00

Washington to Buffalo Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from Washington to Buffalo from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Buffalo from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Buffalo, NY

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Buffalo cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Buffalo is US$168. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Buffalo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Buffalo?

    A train trip between Washington and Buffalo is around 13h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 292 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Buffalo?

    The number of trains from Washington to Buffalo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Buffalo by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Washington to Buffalo?

    When taking the train from Washington to Buffalo, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/07
US$298
25/07
US$371
Today
US$259
27/07
US$231
28/07
US$183
29/07
US$171
30/07
US$126
31/07
US$231
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on 30 Jul 2025 with a price of US$126

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 Buffalo, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$126 to US$767 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$126, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Washington and Buffalo is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Buffalo.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Buffalo you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Washington and Buffalo, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Washington to Buffalo.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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