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

The cheapest train tickets from Syracuse to Washington start from ZAR 1,372. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 3,582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Syracuse to Washington?

The average train journey time from Syracuse to Washington is 10h 23m, covering a distance of 471 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Syracuse to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Syracuse to Washington departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 14:54.

Train Syracuse to Washington from ZAR 1,305 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 27 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:42	Amtrak Station	15h 18m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 28 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:51	Amtrak Station	12h 9m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 29 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:51	Amtrak Station	12h 9m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 30 April
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:51	Amtrak Station	16h 3m	06:54	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 1 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:42	Amtrak Station	15h 18m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 57m	16:03	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 2 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 32m	17:38	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	09:59	Amtrak Station	10h 5m	20:04	Union Station	Fastest
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 32m	17:38	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	09:59	Amtrak Station	10h 5m	20:04	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 46m	17:52	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 22:41 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Syracuse 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 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just ZAR 1,045, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

467 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceZAR 1,045 - ZAR 4,265	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceZAR 1,372 - ZAR 16,246	Average duration10h 23m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

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

Syracuse, US

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
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B
Syracuse Airport
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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

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5789 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 ZAR 1,372

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Syracuse, US 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 Syracuse to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Syracuse to Washington start from ZAR 1,372. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 3,582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Syracuse to Washington?
The average train journey time from Syracuse to Washington is 10h 23m, covering a distance of 471 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Syracuse to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Syracuse to Washington?
The earliest train from Syracuse to Washington departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 14:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

23/04

ZAR 2,848

24/04

ZAR 3,695

Today

ZAR 3,780

26/04

ZAR 3,695

27/04

ZAR 2,305

28/04

ZAR 1,797

29/04

ZAR 1,797

30/04

ZAR 2,678

The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of ZAR 1,797

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

You can expect to pay from ZAR 1,797 to ZAR 12,745 for a train ticket from Syracuse, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 1,797, which is on 2026-04-28.