How much is the train ticket from Washington to Danville?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Danville start from R 1 221. The average price for this train route is around R 1 453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Danville?

The average train journey time from Washington to Danville is 4h 52m, covering a distance of 332 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Danville 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 Washington to Danville?

The earliest train from Washington to Danville departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Danville from R 1 159 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Danville on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	4h 52m	23:22	Danville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	4h 52m	23:22	Danville Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Danville on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	4h 52m	23:22	Danville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	4h 52m	23:22	Danville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:48 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Danville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Danville. The journey takes about 5 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 799, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 35mAverage duration

332 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 799 - R 846	Average duration5h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 221 - R 15 199	Average duration4h 52m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 1 221

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Danville, VA, 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 Washington to Danville?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Danville start from R 1 221. The average price for this train route is around R 1 453. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Danville?
The average train journey time from Washington to Danville is 4h 52m, covering a distance of 332 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Danville 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 Washington to Danville?
The earliest train from Washington to Danville departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

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 2 006

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R 1 159

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R 1 678

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Danville, VA, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 159

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 159 to R 8 405 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Danville, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 159, which is on 2025-12-13.