Train from Washington, DC, US to Tucson: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Tucson on 8 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Tucson StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:16 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 829, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
2d 13hAverage duration
3135 kmDistance
78kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 3 829 - R 13 437Average duration2d 13h
78kg CO₂e
Average priceR 5 656 - R 30 342Average duration3d 3h
286kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Tucson by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Tucson?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Tucson start from R 5 656. The average price for this train route is around R 9 006. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Tucson?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Tucson is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 3141 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Tucson route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Tucson?

    The earliest train from Washington to Tucson departs at 15:57. 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.

Best price found
05/01
R 7 889
06/01
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Today
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08/01
R 5 597
09/01
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10/01
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11/01
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12/01
R 5 445
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Tucson was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 5 445

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 Tucson as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 5 445 to R 31 234 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 445, which is on 2026-01-12.

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