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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: June 3 atDeparture city: WashingtonDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: June 6 atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: Amtrak
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- Departure time: June 3 atDeparture city: WashingtonDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: June 6 atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 3 atDeparture city: WashingtonDeparture location: Union StationArrival time: June 6 atDestination city: San FranciscoDestination location: Mission St & Fremont StOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Washington to San FranciscoAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Francisco. The journey takes about 3 days, 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Washington to San Francisco: Trip Overview
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Based on 5165 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 $218.00
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington to San Francisco was searched and found on Jun 2, 2025 with a price of $368To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington to San Francisco, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $368 to $2,536 for a train ticket from Washington to San Francisco based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $503 which is on 2025-06-06.
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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Francisco, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Washington and San Francisco compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
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Did you know?
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
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.
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.
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