How much is the train ticket from Washington to Memphis?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Memphis start from R 4 091. The average price for this train route is around R 5 697. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Memphis?

The average train journey time from Washington to Memphis is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1231 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Memphis 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 Washington to Memphis?

The earliest train from Washington to Memphis departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Memphis from R 3 932 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Memphis on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:57	Union Station	1d 15h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:57	Union Station	1d 15h	06:42	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:55 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 831, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1229 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 831 - R 5 090	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 091 - R 33 236	Average duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 112kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 4 091

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN 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 Washington to Memphis?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Memphis start from R 4 091. The average price for this train route is around R 5 697. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Memphis?
The average train journey time from Washington to Memphis is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1231 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Memphis 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 Washington to Memphis?
The earliest train from Washington to Memphis departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 932

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 932 to R 32 610 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 932, which is on 2025-12-14.