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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Depew Station | Union Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Depew Station | Union Station | Fastest | |||||
| Exchange Street Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
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| Depew Station | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Buffalo to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just R 1 179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Buffalo, NY and Washington, DC, US?
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 471
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from R 1 471. The average price for this train route is around R 4 299. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to Washington?
The average train journey time from Buffalo to Washington is 13h 2m, covering a distance of 469 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Buffalo to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 16 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Buffalo to Washington?
The earliest train from Buffalo to Washington departs at 04:28. And the latest train departs at 12:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 179To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 179 to R 13 661 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 179, which is on 2025-12-17.
