How much is the train ticket from Saint Paul to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to Washington start from $162. The average price for this train route is around $290. 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 Saint Paul to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Saint Paul to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 923 miles (1488 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Saint Paul to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Saint Paul to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Saint Paul to Washington at 8:50am. And the latest train departs at 8:50am.

Train Saint Paul to Washington from $115 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Saint Paul to Washington on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to Washington on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to Washington on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Saint Paul to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

915 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $308	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$162 - $876	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

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

Saint Paul, US

A
Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5740 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 $162

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint Paul, US 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 Saint Paul to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to Washington start from $162. The average price for this train route is around $290. 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 Saint Paul to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Saint Paul to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 923 miles (1488 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Saint Paul to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Saint Paul to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Saint Paul to Washington at 8:50am. And the latest train departs at 8:50am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/15

$279

01/16

$361

Today

$304

01/18

No data

01/19

$250

01/20

$206

01/21

$226

01/22

No data

The cheapest trip from Saint Paul, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $206

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

You can expect to pay from $206 to $762 for a train ticket from Saint Paul, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $206 which is on 2026-01-20.