How much is the train ticket from Washington to El Paso?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to El Paso start from $359. The average price for this train route is around $455. 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 El Paso?

The average train ride duration from Washington to El Paso is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 1722 miles (2777 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to El Paso 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 Washington to El Paso?

The earliest train departs from Washington to El Paso at 3:57pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to El Paso from $313 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to El Paso on February 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	2d 23h	1:25pm	Union Depot	Cheapest
6:30pm	Union Station	2d 20h	1:25pm	Union Depot	Fastest
3:57pm	Union Station	2d 23h	1:25pm	Union Depot	No tags
6:30pm	Union Station	2d 20h	1:25pm	Union Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:49 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $199, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2d 3hAverage Duration

1718 milesDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$199 - $617	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$359 - $1,687	Average Duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 253kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5753 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 $336

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to El Paso, 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 Washington to El Paso?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to El Paso start from $359. The average price for this train route is around $455. 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 El Paso?
The average train ride duration from Washington to El Paso is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 1722 miles (2777 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to El Paso 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 Washington to El Paso?
The earliest train departs from Washington to El Paso at 3:57pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

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$313

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Feb 2, 2026 with a price of $313

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $313 to $1,096 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $313 which is on 2026-02-02.