How much is the train ticket from Dallas to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Washington start at $283. The average price for this train route is around $588. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Dallas to Washington?

The average train trip from Dallas to Washington takes 1d 20h and covers 1906 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Dallas to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dallas to Washington?

The earliest train from Dallas to Washington departs at 3:38pm. The latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Dallas to Washington from $271 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	6:44pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

1909 kmDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$174 - $927	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$283 - $2,616	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 173kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $283

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX to Washington, DC, 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 Dallas to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Washington start at $283. The average price for this train route is around $588. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Dallas to Washington?
The average train trip from Dallas to Washington takes 1d 20h and covers 1906 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Dallas to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dallas to Washington?
The earliest train from Dallas to Washington departs at 3:38pm. The latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-13

$2,291

12-14

$617

Today

$617

12-16

$565

12-17

$826

12-18

$2,362

12-19

$1,341

12-20

$2,689

The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $565

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

You can expect to pay from $565 to $2,689 for a train ticket from Dallas, TX to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $565 which is on 2025-12-16.