Train tickets from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures from Buffalo to Washington on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    Depew Station
    Union StationCheapest
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
      Depew Station
      Union StationFastest
      Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
        Exchange Street Station
        Union StationNo tags
        Amtrak
          Exchange Street Station
          Union StationNo tags
          Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
            Exchange Street Station
            Union StationNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Buffalo 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 15 hours and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            38bus per day
            15hAverage duration
            471 kmDistance
            12kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$69 - US$312Average duration15h
            12kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$86 - US$1 243Average duration13h 5m
            43kg CO₂e

            Train Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

            Please note, this information is subject to change.

            Average ticket priceUS$227
            Average train trip duration13h 5m
            Number of daily trains20
            Earliest train departure04:18
            Distance469 km
            Latest train departure12:40

            Buffalo to Washington Train

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            Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Washington from Buffalo, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

            Frequently asked questions on the trip Buffalo, NY - Washington, DC, US

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Buffalo to Washington cost?

              The average train ticket price from Buffalo to Washington is US$227. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Buffalo to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Buffalo to Washington?

              A train trip between Buffalo and Washington is around 13h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 471 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Buffalo and Washington?

              The number of trains from Buffalo to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 20. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Buffalo to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Buffalo to Washington?

              When taking the train from Buffalo to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

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

            Best price found
            29/10
            US$188
            30/10
            US$167
            Today
            US$231
            01/11
            US$87
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            03/11
            US$132
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            05/11
            US$120
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$87

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

            You can expect to pay from US$87 to US$790 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$87, which is on 2025-11-01.

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Buffalo to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

            Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            By choosing the train between Buffalo and Washington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Buffalo to Washington.

            Did you know?

            Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

            You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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