How much is the train ticket from Syracuse to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Syracuse to Washington start from R 1 400. The average price for this train route is around R 4 980. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Syracuse to Washington?

The average train journey time from Syracuse to Washington is 10h 41m, covering a distance of 471 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 58m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Syracuse to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Syracuse to Washington departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 14:54.

Train Syracuse to Washington from R 1 332 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:54	Amtrak Station	15h 35m	06:29	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	11:42	Amtrak Station	11h 34m	23:16	Union Station	Fastest
	14:54	Amtrak Station	15h 35m	06:29	Union Station	No tags
	11:42	Amtrak Station	15h 18m	03:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 13 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:54	Amtrak Station	15h 35m	06:29	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	09:59	Amtrak Station	9h 59m	19:58	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	09:59	Amtrak Station	9h 59m	19:58	Union Station	No tags
	11:42	Amtrak Station	12h 49m	00:31	Union Station	No tags
	11:42	Amtrak Station	12h 49m	00:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 14 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:54	Amtrak Station	16h	06:54	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	09:59	Amtrak Station	9h 59m	19:58	Union Station	Fastest
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 23m	17:29	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	09:59	Amtrak Station	9h 59m	19:58	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 23m	17:29	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:42	Amtrak Station	15h 18m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 52m	15:58	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 52m	15:58	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Syracuse to Washington on 16 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:42	Amtrak Station	15h 18m	03:00	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 52m	15:58	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	07:06	Amtrak Station	8h 52m	15:58	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
	07:06	Amtrak Station	10h 19m	17:25	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:34 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Syracuse 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 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 066, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

472 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 066 - R 5 079	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 400 - R 23 774	Average duration10h 41m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

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

Syracuse, US

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
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B
Syracuse Airport

Washington, DC, US

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

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 1 400

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Syracuse, US 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 Syracuse to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Syracuse to Washington start from R 1 400. The average price for this train route is around R 4 980. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Syracuse to Washington?
The average train journey time from Syracuse to Washington is 10h 41m, covering a distance of 471 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Syracuse to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Syracuse to Washington?
The earliest train from Syracuse to Washington departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 14:54.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 3 477

10/12

R 3 632

Today

R 3 615

12/12

R 5 535

13/12

R 5 275

14/12

R 3 874

15/12

R 2 162

16/12

R 2 992

The cheapest trip from Syracuse, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 162

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 162 to R 13 438 for a train ticket from Syracuse, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 162, which is on 2025-12-15.