How much is the train ticket from Washington to Williamsburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Williamsburg start from R 505. The average price for this train route is around R 881. 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 Williamsburg?

The average train journey time from Washington to Williamsburg is 3h 39m, covering a distance of 183 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg?

The earliest train from Washington to Williamsburg departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 17:10.

Train Washington to Williamsburg from R 467 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Williamsburg on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	Union Station	3h 36m	10:36	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
Train	17:10	Union Station	3h 30m	20:40	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
Train	07:00	Union Station	3h 36m	10:36	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	17:10	Union Station	3h 30m	20:40	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Williamsburg on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:10	Union Station	3h 30m	20:40	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Train	07:00	Union Station	3h 36m	10:36	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	07:00	Union Station	3h 36m	10:36	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	17:10	Union Station	3h 30m	20:40	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Williamsburg on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Williamsburg on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Williamsburg on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Williamsburg on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Williamsburg on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	CheapestFastest
Train	07:20	Union Station	3h 39m	10:59	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Train	15:50	Union Station	3h 52m	19:42	Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Williamsburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Williamsburg. The journey takes about 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 548, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

3h 35mAverage duration

183 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 548 - R 2 147	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 505 - R 1 793	Average duration3h 39m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

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

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Williamsburg

A
Williamsburg Greyhound Bus Stop
468 N Bounadry St , Williamsburg, VA 23186
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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 505

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 Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Williamsburg start from R 505. The average price for this train route is around R 881. 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 Williamsburg?
The average train journey time from Washington to Williamsburg is 3h 39m, covering a distance of 183 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg?
The earliest train from Washington to Williamsburg departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 17:10.

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 467

11/12

R 675

Today

R 831

13/12

R 1 107

14/12

R 1 107

15/12

R 675

16/12

R 675

17/12

R 675

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Williamsburg was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 467

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 Williamsburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 467 to R 2 335 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Williamsburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 675, which is on 2025-12-15.