How much is the train ticket from Danville to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Danville to Washington start from $71. The average price for this train route is around $102. 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 Danville to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Danville to Washington is 5h 19m, covering a distance of 206 miles (332 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Danville to Washington route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Danville to Washington at 8:28am. And the latest train departs at 8:28am.

Train Danville to Washington from $67 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Danville to Washington on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:28am	Danville Station	5h 19m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:28am	Danville Station	5h 19m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:18 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Danville 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 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

206 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $49	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $582	Average Duration5h 19m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $71

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Danville, VA, 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 Danville to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Danville to Washington start from $71. The average price for this train route is around $102. 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 Danville to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Danville to Washington is 5h 19m, covering a distance of 206 miles (332 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Danville to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Danville to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Danville to Washington at 8:28am. And the latest train departs at 8:28am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$67

12/11

$486

Today

$67

12/13

$67

12/14

$97

12/15

$67

12/16

$67

12/17

$67

The cheapest trip from Danville, VA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $67

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

You can expect to pay from $67 to $486 for a train ticket from Danville, VA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-12-13.