Next available departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on September 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:20pm	Depew Station	14h 40m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	4:35am	Depew Station	11h 24m	3:59pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	4:18am	Exchange Street Station	11h 41m	3:59pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:18am	Exchange Street Station	13h 15m	5:33pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	4:18am	Exchange Street Station	11h 41m	3:59pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:18am	Exchange Street Station	13h 15m	5:33pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:18am	Exchange Street Station	13h 30m	5:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	7:02am	Exchange Street Station	13h 1m	8:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:41 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 MX$1,142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

57bus per day

15hAverage Duration

291 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMX$1,142 - MX$6,256	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMX$1,480 - MX$10,426	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

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

Buffalo, NY

A
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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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

4.1/56,467 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 6467 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 MX$1,480

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from MX$1,480. The average price for this train route is around MX$3,910. 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 Buffalo to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Buffalo to Washington is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 291 miles (470 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Buffalo to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 19 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Buffalo to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Buffalo to Washington at 4:18am. And the latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/26

MX$3,149

08/27

MX$3,757

Today

MX$3,636

08/29

MX$4,610

08/30

No data

08/31

No data

09/01

MX$1,409

09/02

MX$1,809

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Sep 1, 2026 with a price of MX$1,409

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 MX$1,409 to MX$14,715 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 MX$1,409 which is on 2026-09-01.