How much is the train ticket from Washington to Aberdeen?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Aberdeen start from R 137. The average price for this train route is around R 516. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Aberdeen?

The average train journey time from Washington to Aberdeen is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Aberdeen route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Aberdeen?

The earliest train from Washington to Aberdeen departs at 06:20. And the latest train departs at 20:20.

Train Washington to Aberdeen from R 103 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Aberdeen on 26 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:30	Union Station	1h 4m	07:34	Aberdeen Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:30	Union Station	1h 4m	07:34	Aberdeen Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Union Station	1h 5m	12:15	Aberdeen Station	No tags
Train	11:10	Union Station	1h 5m	12:15	Aberdeen Station	No tags
Train	14:55	Union Station	1h 5m	16:00	Aberdeen Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Aberdeen on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:20	Union Station	1h 4m	07:24	Aberdeen Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:20	Union Station	1h 4m	07:24	Aberdeen Station	No tags
Train	10:20	Union Station	1h 5m	11:25	Aberdeen Station	No tags
Train	10:20	Union Station	1h 5m	11:25	Aberdeen Station	No tags
Train	20:20	Union Station	1h 6m	21:26	Aberdeen Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:56 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Aberdeen. The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

1h 5mAverage duration

100 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 311 - R 541	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 137 - R 1 825	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 676 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5676 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 137

Amtrak Washington Aberdeen recent customer reviews

I really like Amtrak

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15 March 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Aberdeen, MD, 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 Washington to Aberdeen?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Aberdeen start from R 137. The average price for this train route is around R 516. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Aberdeen?
The average train journey time from Washington to Aberdeen is 1h 5m, covering a distance of 100 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Aberdeen route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Aberdeen?
The earliest train from Washington to Aberdeen departs at 06:20. And the latest train departs at 20:20.

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

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23/12

R 479

24/12

R 188

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R 103

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R 188

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R 188

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Aberdeen, MD, US was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 103

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 Aberdeen, MD, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 103 to R 1 999 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Aberdeen, MD, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 188, which is on 2025-12-26.