How much is the train ticket from Cincinnati to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Washington start from R 1 399. The average price for this train route is around R 1 739. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Washington?

The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Washington is 15h 7m, covering a distance of 651 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Washington route?

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

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

The earliest train from Cincinnati to Washington departs at 03:37. And the latest train departs at 03:37.

Train Cincinnati to Washington from R 1 332 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to Washington on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	15h 7m	18:44	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	03:37	Union Terminal	15h 7m	18:44	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 399, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

15h 7mAverage duration

651 kmDistance

59kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 498 - R 7 012	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 399 - R 8 430	Average duration15h 7m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 1 399

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to Washington start from R 1 399. The average price for this train route is around R 1 739. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to Washington?
The average train journey time from Cincinnati to Washington is 15h 7m, covering a distance of 651 km. The quickest train can get you there in 15h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Cincinnati to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cincinnati to Washington?
The earliest train from Cincinnati to Washington departs at 03:37. And the latest train departs at 03:37.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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10/12

R 2 369

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12/12

R 8 125

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R 3 389

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 369

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 369 to R 8 125 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 389, which is on 2025-12-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 3h	Avg priceR 2 216	Daily departures16
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time15h 7m	Avg priceR 1 739	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Cincinnati and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 739 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 399. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Cincinnati to Washington, DC, US in about 15h 7m – that's the fastest way to get there!