How much is the train ticket from Washington to Buffalo?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Buffalo start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $256. 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 Washington to Buffalo?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Buffalo is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 291 miles (469 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Buffalo route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Washington to Buffalo at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

Train Washington to Buffalo from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	17h 19m	3:19pm	Depew Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	17h 32m	3:32pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	17h 32m	3:32pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
Train	10:00pm	Union Station	17h 19m	3:19pm	Depew Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:15pm	Union Station	22h 4m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
Train	6:20am	Union Station	12h 14m	6:34pm	Depew Station	Fastest
Train	6:20am	Union Station	12h 35m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
Train	8:22am	Union Station	13h 20m	9:42pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
Train	8:22am	Union Station	13h 20m	9:42pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:50am	Union Station	12h 31m	9:21pm	Depew Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	13h 50m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:00am	Union Station	12h 55m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	13h 50m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:00am	Union Station	12h 55m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	10:00pm	Union Station	17h 19m	3:19pm	Depew Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:50am	Union Station	12h 31m	9:21pm	Depew Station	Fastest
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	13h 50m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	6:00am	Union Station	12h 55m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
	Train	5:05am	Union Station	13h 50m	6:55pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:16 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Buffalo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Buffalo. The journey takes about 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44bus per day

14h 55mAverage Duration

286 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $281	Average Duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$86 - $919	Average Duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

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

Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Buffalo, NY

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Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $86

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY 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 Washington to Buffalo?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Buffalo start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $256. 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 Washington to Buffalo?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Buffalo is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 291 miles (469 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Buffalo route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Buffalo?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Buffalo at 5:00am. And the latest train departs at 10:00pm.

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

$241

12/11

$231

Today

$270

12/13

$270

12/14

No data

12/15

$171

12/16

$161

12/17

No data

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $161

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

You can expect to pay from $161 to $934 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $161 which is on 2025-12-16.