How much does a train ticket from Buffalo to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Buffalo to Washington is $229. The best way to find train tickets from Buffalo to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Buffalo to Washington?

A train trip between Buffalo and Washington is around 13h 2m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 292 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Buffalo and Washington?

The number of trains from Buffalo to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 19. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Buffalo to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Buffalo to Washington?

When taking the train from Buffalo to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Buffalo to Washington from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on November 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:05am	Depew Station	17h 55m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	9:05am	Depew Station	14h 11m	11:16pm	Union Station	Fastest
	12:25pm	Exchange Street Station	18h 4m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	9:05am	Depew Station	14h 11m	11:16pm	Union Station	No tags
	12:25pm	Exchange Street Station	18h 4m	6:29am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 3:41 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo 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 15 hours and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

42bus per day

15hAverage Duration

285 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $312	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$86 - $697	Average Duration13h 2m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,596 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5596 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

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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

Buffalo, NY

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Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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Washington, DC, US

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Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US by train

How much does a train ticket from Buffalo to Washington cost?
How long is the train trip from Buffalo to Washington?
How many daily trains are there between Buffalo and Washington?
Which train companies travel from Buffalo to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/18

$117

11/19

No data

Today

$188

11/21

$229

11/22

$224

11/23

$95

11/24

$114

11/25

$299

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $95

To 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 $95 to $836 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 $95 which is on 2025-11-23.