How much is the train ticket from Washington to Spartanburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Spartanburg start from R 1 770. The average price for this train route is around R 2 127. 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 Spartanburg?

The average train journey time from Washington to Spartanburg is 9h 51m, covering a distance of 620 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 51m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg?

The earliest train from Washington to Spartanburg departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Spartanburg from R 1 690 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Spartanburg on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Spartanburg on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Spartanburg on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Spartanburg on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	9h 51m	04:21	Spartanburg Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:17 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Spartanburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Spartanburg. The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 245, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

11h 50mAverage duration

621 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 245 - R 5 159	Average duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 770 - R 11 997	Average duration9h 51m	CO₂ emissions 56kg 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 1 770

Amtrak Washington Spartanburg recent customer reviews

Nice quiet and restful ride

Phillip M.

31 October 2023

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 Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Spartanburg start from R 1 770. The average price for this train route is around R 2 127. 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 Spartanburg?
The average train journey time from Washington to Spartanburg is 9h 51m, covering a distance of 620 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Spartanburg 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 Spartanburg?
The earliest train from Washington to Spartanburg departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

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 2 449

11/12

R 2 449

Today

R 1 690

13/12

R 2 035

14/12

R 2 035

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No data

16/12

R 2 449

17/12

R 1 690

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Spartanburg was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 690

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 Spartanburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 690 to R 10 244 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Spartanburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 690, which is on 2025-12-17.