How much does a train ticket from Saint Paul to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Saint Paul to Washington is $290. The best way to find train tickets from Saint Paul to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Saint Paul to Washington?

A train trip between Saint Paul and Washington is around 1d 3h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 923 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Saint Paul and Washington?

The number of trains from Saint Paul to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Saint Paul to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Saint Paul to Washington?

When taking the train from Saint Paul to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Saint Paul to Washington from $127 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Saint Paul to Washington on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 14h	12:33am	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 14h	12:37am	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Saint Paul 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 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

923 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$105 - $428	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$121 - $651	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Saint Paul, US and Washington, DC, US?

Saint Paul, US

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Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 $121

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint Paul, US to Washington, DC, US by train

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What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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The cheapest trip from Saint Paul, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $155

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

You can expect to pay from $155 to $803 for a train ticket from Saint Paul, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2025-12-03.