How much is the train ticket from Albuquerque to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Albuquerque to Washington start from $213. The average price for this train route is around $440. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Albuquerque to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Albuquerque to Washington is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1646 miles (2655 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Albuquerque to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Albuquerque to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Albuquerque to Washington at 11:32am. And the latest train departs at 11:32am.

Train Albuquerque to Washington from $204 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 4h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 4h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 4h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 4h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 4h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 4h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 12:28 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albuquerque to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

2d 6hAverage Duration

1654 milesDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $512	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$213 - $2,226	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

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

Albuquerque, US

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Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5644 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $213

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Albuquerque to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Albuquerque to Washington start from $213. The average price for this train route is around $440. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albuquerque to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Albuquerque to Washington is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1646 miles (2655 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Albuquerque to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Albuquerque to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Albuquerque to Washington at 11:32am. And the latest train departs at 11:32am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$1,369

12/12

$300

Today

$561

12/14

No data

12/15

$428

12/16

$267

12/17

$466

12/18

No data

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $267

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

You can expect to pay from $267 to $2,174 for a train ticket from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $267 which is on 2025-12-16.