How much is the train ticket from Montreal to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Washington start from R 1 758. The average price for this train route is around R 2 151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Montreal to Washington?

The average train journey time from Montreal to Washington is 20h 23m, covering a distance of 787 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Montreal 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 Montreal to Washington?

The earliest train from Montreal to Washington departs at 11:10. And the latest train departs at 11:10.

Train Montreal to Washington from R 1 782 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	06:29	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	06:29	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	1d 13h	00:41	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	1d 13h	00:41	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	06:54	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	06:29	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	06:29	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	07:33	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Montreal 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 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 499, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

16h 35mAverage duration

779 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 499 - R 4 626	Average duration16h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 758 - R 7 001	Average duration20h 23m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

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

Montreal

A
Gare Centrale
895 Rue de la Gauchetière O, Montréal, QC H3B 4G1, Canada
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B
Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
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C
Gare d'autocars de Montréal
1717 Rue Berri, Montréal, QC H2L 4E9, Canada
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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

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 1 758

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Montreal 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 Montreal to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Washington start from R 1 758. The average price for this train route is around R 2 151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Montreal to Washington?
The average train journey time from Montreal to Washington is 20h 23m, covering a distance of 787 km. The quickest train can get you there in 19h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Montreal 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 Montreal to Washington?
The earliest train from Montreal to Washington departs at 11:10. And the latest train departs at 11:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 3 788

11/12

R 3 649

Today

R 5 361

13/12

R 4 531

14/12

R 3 926

15/12

R 2 802

16/12

R 1 955

17/12

R 1 955

The cheapest trip from Montreal to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 955

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 955 to R 7 229 for a train ticket from Montreal to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 955, which is on 2025-12-16.