How much is the train ticket from West Palm Beach to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from West Palm Beach to Washington start from R 1 849. The average price for this train route is around R 3 339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from West Palm Beach to Washington?

The average train journey time from West Palm Beach to Washington is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1385 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the West Palm Beach to Washington 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 West Palm Beach to Washington?

The earliest train from West Palm Beach to Washington departs at 09:47. And the latest train departs at 12:35.

Train West Palm Beach to Washington from R 1 766 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	Fastest
Train	09:47	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 38m	07:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:52 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from West Palm Beach to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 849, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 2hAverage duration

1385 kmDistance

126kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 137 - R 6 730	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 849 - R 7 472	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 666 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5666 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 1 849

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from West Palm Beach to Washington start from R 1 849. The average price for this train route is around R 3 339. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from West Palm Beach to Washington?
The average train journey time from West Palm Beach to Washington is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1385 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the West Palm Beach to Washington 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 West Palm Beach to Washington?
The earliest train from West Palm Beach to Washington departs at 09:47. And the latest train departs at 12:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

20/12

R 4 748

21/12

R 5 845

Today

R 5 845

23/12

R 11 330

24/12

R 3 908

25/12

R 3 908

26/12

R 5 845

27/12

No data

The cheapest trip from West Palm Beach to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 908

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 908 to R 36 098 for a train ticket from West Palm Beach to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 908, which is on 2025-12-24.