How much is the train ticket from Albuquerque to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Albuquerque to Washington start at $305. The average price for this train route is around $630. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Albuquerque to Washington?

The average train trip from Albuquerque to Washington takes 2d 4h and covers 2655 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Washington?

The earliest train from Albuquerque to Washington departs at 11:32am. The latest train departs at 11:32am.

Train Albuquerque to Washington from $353 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 5h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:32am	Amtrak Station	2d 4h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:41 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albuquerque 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 2 days, 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $208, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d 6hAverage Duration

2655 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$208 - $757	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$305 - $3,191	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

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

Albuquerque, US

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Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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Washington, DC, US

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

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5614 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 $305

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albuquerque, US 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 Albuquerque to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Albuquerque to Washington start at $305. The average price for this train route is around $630. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Albuquerque to Washington?
The average train trip from Albuquerque to Washington takes 2d 4h and covers 2655 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque to Washington?
The earliest train from Albuquerque to Washington departs at 11:32am. The latest train departs at 11:32am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-27

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11-28

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Today

$2,044

11-30

$805

12-01

$649

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12-04

$353

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $353

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

You can expect to pay from $353 to $2,762 for a train ticket from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $353 which is on 2025-12-04.