How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $226. 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 Buffalo to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Buffalo to Washington is 12h 57m, covering a distance of 291 miles (469 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 44m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Buffalo to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Buffalo to Washington at 4:28am. And the latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Train Buffalo to Washington from $81 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on April 2
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 + Amtrak Acela	4:45am	Depew Station	11h 18m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	12h 57m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on April 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	7:39am	Depew Station	12h 23m	8:02pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:45am	Depew Station	11h 18m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	12h 57m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on April 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:45am	Depew Station	12h 48m	5:33pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	7:39am	Depew Station	12h 23m	8:02pm	Union Station	Fastest
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	13h 5m	5:33pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	7:22am	Exchange Street Station	12h 40m	8:02pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	13h 5m	5:33pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on April 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:40pm	Depew Station	14h 20m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:45am	Depew Station	11h 18m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	12h 57m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on April 7
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 + Amtrak Acela	4:45am	Depew Station	11h 18m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	12h 57m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on April 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:40pm	Depew Station	14h 20m	3:00am	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:45am	Depew Station	11h 18m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	12h 57m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on April 9
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 + Amtrak Acela	4:45am	Depew Station	11h 18m	4:03pm	Union Station	Fastest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	12h 57m	5:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	4:28am	Exchange Street Station	11h 35m	4:03pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:51 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

53bus per day

15hAverage Duration

291 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $250	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$86 - $974	Average Duration12h 57m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

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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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,782 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5782 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

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from $86. The average price for this train route is around $226. 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 Buffalo to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Buffalo to Washington is 12h 57m, covering a distance of 291 miles (469 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Buffalo to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 18 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Buffalo to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Buffalo to Washington at 4:28am. And the latest train departs at 12:40pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/30

$167

03/31

$201

Today

$194

04/02

$267

04/03

$386

04/04

$329

04/05

$95

04/06

$145

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 5, 2026 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 $838 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 2026-04-05.