Train from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Fredericksburg, VA
Union StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Fredericksburg, VA
Union StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Fredericksburg, VA
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Fredericksburg, VA
Union StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Fredericksburg, VA
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fredericksburg 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 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 15mAverage duration
83 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 245 - R 1 127Average duration1h 15m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceR 243 - R 1 149Average duration1h 23m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fredericksburg, VA 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Fredericksburg to Washington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Fredericksburg to Washington start from R 243. The average price for this train route is around R 416. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Fredericksburg to Washington?

    The average train journey time from Fredericksburg to Washington is 1h 23m, covering a distance of 78 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Fredericksburg to Washington route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 6 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Fredericksburg to Washington?

    The earliest train from Fredericksburg to Washington departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 18:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 277
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R 277
Today
R 208
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R 208
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R 208
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R 208
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R 208
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 208

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

You can expect to pay from R 208 to R 1 315 for a train ticket from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 208, which is on 2025-12-13.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Fredericksburg, VA 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 416 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 243. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US in about 1h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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