How much is the train ticket from Montreal to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Washington start at $144. The average price for this train route is around $176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Montreal to Washington?

The average train trip from Montreal to Washington takes 20h 23m and covers 787 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Montreal to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Montreal to Washington departs at 11:10am. The latest train departs at 11:10am.

Train Montreal to Washington from $146 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Montreal to Washington on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	6:29am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	1d 13h	12:41am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	1d 13h	12:41am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Montreal to Washington on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Montreal to Washington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Montreal to Washington on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Montreal to Washington on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 44m	6:54am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Montreal to Washington on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	6:29am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	19h 19m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:10am	Gare Centrale	20h 23m	7:33am	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Montreal 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 16 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

16h 35mAverage Duration

779 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $378	Average Duration16h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$144 - $572	Average Duration20h 23m	CO₂ emissions 72kg CO₂e

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

Montreal

A
Gare Centrale
895 Rue de la Gauchetière O, Montréal, QC H3B 4G1, Canada
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B
Montréal-Trudeau International Airport
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C
Gare d'autocars de Montréal
1717 Rue Berri, Montréal, QC H2L 4E9, Canada
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $144

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Union Pearson Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Montreal 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 Montreal to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Montreal to Washington start at $144. The average price for this train route is around $176. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Montreal to Washington?
The average train trip from Montreal to Washington takes 20h 23m and covers 787 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Montreal to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Montreal to Washington?
The earliest train from Montreal to Washington departs at 11:10am. The latest train departs at 11:10am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$310

12-11

$299

Today

$438

12-13

$385

12-14

$321

12-15

$229

12-16

$160

12-17

$160

The cheapest trip from Montreal to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $160

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

You can expect to pay from $160 to $591 for a train ticket from Montreal to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $160 which is on 2025-12-16.