How much is the train ticket from Gastonia to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Gastonia to Washington start from R 1 543. The average price for this train route is around R 3 362. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Gastonia to Washington?

The average train journey time from Gastonia to Washington is 12h 27m, covering a distance of 547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 43m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Gastonia 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 Gastonia to Washington?

The earliest train from Gastonia to Washington departs at 04:04. And the latest train departs at 04:04.

Train Gastonia to Washington from R 1 437 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Gastonia to Washington on 12 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Gastonia to Washington on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Gastonia to Washington on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Gastonia to Washington on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Gastonia to Washington on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	9h 43m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	04:04	Gastonia Station	12h 27m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Gastonia 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 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 55mAverage duration

561 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 161 - R 2 403	Average duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 543 - R 18 177	Average duration12h 27m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 725 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5725 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 R 1 543

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gastonia 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 Gastonia to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Gastonia to Washington start from R 1 543. The average price for this train route is around R 3 362. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gastonia to Washington?
The average train journey time from Gastonia to Washington is 12h 27m, covering a distance of 547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Gastonia 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 Gastonia to Washington?
The earliest train from Gastonia to Washington departs at 04:04. And the latest train departs at 04:04.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/01

R 1 876

10/01

R 2 316

Today

R 2 045

12/01

R 2 045

13/01

R 1 437

14/01

R 1 437

15/01

R 1 522

16/01

R 1 640

The cheapest trip from Gastonia to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 437

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 437 to R 11 155 for a train ticket from Gastonia to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 437, which is on 2026-01-13.