How much is the train ticket from St. Cloud to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Cloud to Washington start from $281. The average price for this train route is around $328. 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 St. Cloud to Washington?

The average train ride duration from St. Cloud to Washington is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 986 miles (1590 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the St. Cloud to Washington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Cloud to Washington?

The earliest train departs from St. Cloud to Washington at 6:32am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

Train St. Cloud to Washington from $315 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Cloud to Washington on March 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	1d 17h	12:37am	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	1d 5h	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	1d 5h	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	1d 5h	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:32am	St. Cloud Station	1d 17h	12:37am	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Cloud 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 1 day, 5 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $281, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

986 milesDistance

145kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$135 - $277	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$281 - $1,550	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 145kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,774 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5774 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 $281

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Cloud to Washington start from $281. The average price for this train route is around $328. 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 St. Cloud to Washington?
The average train ride duration from St. Cloud to Washington is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 986 miles (1590 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the St. Cloud to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from St. Cloud to Washington?
The earliest train departs from St. Cloud to Washington at 6:32am. And the latest train departs at 6:32am.

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$315

The cheapest trip from St. Cloud to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Mar 27, 2026 with a price of $315

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

You can expect to pay from $315 to $1,149 for a train ticket from St. Cloud to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $315 which is on 2026-03-27.