How much does a train ticket from Washington to Buffalo cost?

The average train ticket price from Washington to Buffalo is $193. The best way to find train tickets from Washington to Buffalo 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 Washington to Buffalo?

A train trip between Washington and Buffalo is around 13h 34m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 14m. This is the time it takes to travel the 292 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Washington and Buffalo?

The number of trains from Washington to Buffalo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Buffalo by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Washington to Buffalo?

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

Train Washington to Buffalo from $87 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on November 26
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	8:50am	Union Station	12h 52m	9:42pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
Train	8:50am	Union Station	12h 52m	9:42pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags
Train	5:15pm	Union Station	22h 17m	3:32pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Buffalo on November 27
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	8:22am	Union Station	12h 59m	9:21pm	Depew Station	Fastest
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
Train	5:15pm	Union Station	22h 17m	3:32pm	Exchange Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:49 PM 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 $49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

44bus per day

14h 55mAverage Duration

292 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $388	Average Duration14h 55m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$86 - $919	Average Duration13h 34m	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

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 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

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/23

$259

11/24

$298

Today

$218

11/26

$257

11/27

$224

11/28

$95

11/29

No data

11/30

No data

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Buffalo, NY was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $95

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 $95 to $843 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 $95 which is on 2025-11-28.