How much is the train ticket from Memphis to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Memphis to Washington start from R 3 258. The average price for this train route is around R 4 673. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Memphis to Washington?

The average train journey time from Memphis to Washington is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1231 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Memphis 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 Memphis to Washington?

The earliest train from Memphis to Washington departs at 22:45. And the latest train departs at 22:45.

Train Memphis to Washington from R 3 409 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Memphis to Washington on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 18h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 18h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Memphis to Washington on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 18h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 18h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Memphis to Washington on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Memphis to Washington on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 18h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 18h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Memphis to Washington on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	22:45	Memphis Central Station	1d 13h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:38 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Memphis 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 1 day, 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 534, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 1hAverage duration

1229 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 534 - R 5 140	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 258 - R 7 519	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 112kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 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 3 258

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Memphis, TN 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 Memphis to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Memphis to Washington start from R 3 258. The average price for this train route is around R 4 673. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Memphis to Washington?
The average train journey time from Memphis to Washington is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1231 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Memphis 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 Memphis to Washington?
The earliest train from Memphis to Washington departs at 22:45. And the latest train departs at 22:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 3 475

25/01

R 4 100

Today

R 4 957

27/01

R 3 755

28/01

R 4 100

29/01

R 4 496

30/01

R 3 755

31/01

R 5 945

The cheapest trip from Memphis, TN to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 24 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 475

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 475 to R 15 956 for a train ticket from Memphis, TN to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 755, which is on 2026-01-27.