Train from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on June 12
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

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 12:46 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 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

54bus per day
14h 45mAverage Duration
291 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$69 - $231Average Duration14h 45m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$86 - $697Average Duration12h 57m
43kg CO₂e

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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $229. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train ride duration from Buffalo to Washington is 12h 57m, covering a distance of 291 miles (470 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Buffalo to Washington route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 20 trains available per day.

  4. 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
06/07
$163
06/08
$155
Today
$136
06/10
$173
06/11
$111
06/12
$87
06/13
$146
06/14
$126
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jun 12, 2026 with a price of $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 $87 to $762 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 $87 which is on 2026-06-12.

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