How much is the train ticket from Washington to Jackson?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Jackson start from $337. The average price for this train route is around $588. 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 Jackson?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Jackson is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 867 miles (1398 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Jackson 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 Jackson?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Jackson at 3:57pm. And the latest train departs at 3:57pm.

Train Washington to Jackson from $270 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Jackson on December 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:50am	Union Station	2d 4h	11:12am	Jackson Station	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Union Station	1d 20h	11:12am	Jackson Station	No tags
Train	10:59am	Union Station	2d 1h	11:12am	Jackson Station	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Union Station	1d 20h	11:12am	Jackson Station	No tags
Train	4:05pm	Union Station	1d 18h	9:12am	Jackson Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Jackson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Jackson. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

875 milesDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $444	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$337 - $835	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,669 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5669 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 $337

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 Jackson, MS, 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 Jackson?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Jackson start from $337. The average price for this train route is around $588. 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 Jackson?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Jackson is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 867 miles (1398 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Jackson 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 Jackson?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Jackson at 3:57pm. And the latest train departs at 3:57pm.

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$270

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Jackson, MS, US was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $270

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 Jackson, MS, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $270 to $1,649 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Jackson, MS, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $270 which is on 2025-12-28.