Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Plattsburgh

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Today28 Jul
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$171
Wed30 Jul
from US$197
Thu31 Jul
from US$255
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
from US$121
Mon4 Aug

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Plattsburgh
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Plattsburgh
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Plattsburgh

Bus
Average priceUS$72 - US$242Average duration14h 40m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$99 - US$300Average duration17h 59m
65kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Plattsburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Plattsburgh. The journey takes about 14 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
14h 40mAverage duration
US$72Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington, DC, US to Plattsburgh: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$171
Average train trip duration17h 59m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure22:00
Distance440 miles

Washington to Plattsburgh Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Plattsburgh

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Plattsburgh cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Plattsburgh is US$171. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Plattsburgh 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Plattsburgh?

    A train trip between Washington and Plattsburgh is around 17h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 17h 59m. This is the time it takes to travel the 442 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Plattsburgh?

    The number of trains from Washington to Plattsburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Plattsburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Washington to Plattsburgh?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/07
US$101
27/07
US$172
Today
US$129
29/07
US$164
30/07
US$189
31/07
US$245
01/08
US$101
02/08
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Plattsburgh was searched and found on 26 Jul 2025 with a price of US$101

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 Plattsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$101 to US$324 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Plattsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$101, which is on 2025-08-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Washington and Plattsburgh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Plattsburgh.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Plattsburgh you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Plattsburgh, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Washington to Plattsburgh and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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