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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Birmingham Station | Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Birmingham Station | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 467, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 504
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham, US to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Washington start from R 2 504. The average price for this train route is around R 2 761. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Birmingham to Washington?
The average train journey time from Birmingham to Washington is 19h 23m, covering a distance of 1063 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 23m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Washington?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Washington departs at 17:24. And the latest train departs at 17:24.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 946To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 946 to R 9 217 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 946, which is on 2026-02-01.
