How much is the train ticket from West Palm Beach to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from West Palm Beach to Washington start from R 1 785. The average price for this train route is around R 3 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from West Palm Beach to Washington?

The average train journey time from West Palm Beach to Washington is 21h 43m, covering a distance of 1385 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 38m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the West Palm Beach to Washington route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from West Palm Beach to Washington?

The earliest train from West Palm Beach to Washington departs at 08:42. And the latest train departs at 12:35.

Train West Palm Beach to Washington from R 1 705 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from West Palm Beach to Washington on 7 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:42	West Palm Beach, FL	21h 43m	06:25	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:35	West Palm Beach, FL	1d 2h	15:12	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from West Palm Beach to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 21 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 785, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

21h 43mAverage duration

1385 kmDistance

126kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 682 - R 6 431	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 785 - R 15 331	Average duration21h 43m	CO₂ emissions 126kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 753 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5753 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 785

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from West Palm Beach to Washington, DC, 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 West Palm Beach to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from West Palm Beach to Washington start from R 1 785. The average price for this train route is around R 3 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from West Palm Beach to Washington?
The average train journey time from West Palm Beach to Washington is 21h 43m, covering a distance of 1385 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 38m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the West Palm Beach to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from West Palm Beach to Washington?
The earliest train from West Palm Beach to Washington departs at 08:42. And the latest train departs at 12:35.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/01

R 3 095

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R 3 095

Today

R 3 773

02/02

R 3 095

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R 3 095

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06/02

R 2 483

The cheapest trip from West Palm Beach to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 06 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 483

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 483 to R 14 794 for a train ticket from West Palm Beach to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 483, which is on 2026-02-06.