Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA

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TodayJun 19
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from $397
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from $336
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette, LA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 21 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: June 23 at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette, LA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lafayette.

Bus
Average Price$93 - $274Average Duration1d 12h
42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$331 - $397Average Duration1d 18h
152kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Lafayette

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
$93Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington to Lafayette: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$336
Average train trip duration1d 18h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure6:30pm
Distance1039 miles (1675 km)

Washington to Lafayette Train

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Lafayette was searched and found on Jun 23, 2025 with a price of $323

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

You can expect to pay from $323 to $1,108 for a train ticket from Washington to Lafayette based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $323 which is on 2025-06-23.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Washington to Lafayette is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Lafayette, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Lafayette, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Washington to Lafayette while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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