How much is the train ticket from El Paso to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to Washington start from R 6 996. The average price for this train route is around R 6 996. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from El Paso to Washington is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 2777 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the El Paso to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from El Paso to Washington departs at 15:45. And the latest train departs at 15:45.

Train El Paso to Washington from R 5 096 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from El Paso to Washington on 12 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 20h	13:47	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 19h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 19h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 20h	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	3d	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from El Paso to Washington on 14 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 19h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 19h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 20h	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 20h	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	3d	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:55 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from El Paso 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 2 days, 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 713, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 6hAverage duration

2777 kmDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 713 - R 8 549	Average duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 996 - R 8 984	Average duration2d 19h	CO₂ emissions 253kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 758 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5758 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 5 749

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, 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 El Paso to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to Washington start from R 6 996. The average price for this train route is around R 6 996. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from El Paso to Washington?
The average train journey time from El Paso to Washington is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 2777 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the El Paso to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from El Paso to Washington?
The earliest train from El Paso to Washington departs at 15:45. And the latest train departs at 15:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 5 129

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R 5 096

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The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 14 Feb 2026 with a price of R 5 096

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 096 to R 31 307 for a train ticket from El Paso, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 096, which is on 2026-02-14.