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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Depew Station | Union Station | Cheapest | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Depew Station | Union Station | Fastest | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Exchange Street Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Exchange Street Station | Union Station | No tags | |||||
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela | Exchange Street Station | Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Buffalo, NY and Washington, DC, US?
Train Companies
Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $86
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $249. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Buffalo to Washington is 13h 2m, covering a distance of 291 miles (469 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Buffalo to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 16 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Buffalo to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Buffalo to Washington at 4:28am. And the latest train departs at 12:40pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $167To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $167 to $883 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $167 which is on 2025-12-15.
