How much is the train ticket from Washington to Tucson?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Tucson start from $401. The average price for this train route is around $586. 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 Washington to Tucson?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Tucson is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 1948 miles (3141 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Tucson 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 Washington to Tucson?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Tucson at 3:57pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Tucson from $332 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Tucson on January 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Union Station	3d 3h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	3d 6h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags
6:30pm	Union Station	3d 3h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Tucson on January 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Union Station	3d 3h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	CheapestFastest
3:57pm	Union Station	3d 6h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags
3:57pm	Union Station	3d 6h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags
6:30pm	Union Station	3d 3h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Tucson on January 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:57pm	Union Station	3d 6h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	Cheapest
6:30pm	Union Station	3d 3h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	Fastest
3:57pm	Union Station	3d 6h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags
6:30pm	Union Station	3d 3h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 12:38 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 2 days, 13 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 13hAverage Duration

1955 milesDistance

79kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$232 - $824	Average Duration2d 13h	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$401 - $1,801	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 286kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,695 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5695 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 $401

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Tucson 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 Washington to Tucson?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Tucson start from $401. The average price for this train route is around $586. 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 Washington to Tucson?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Tucson is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 1948 miles (3141 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Tucson 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 Washington to Tucson?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Tucson at 3:57pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Tucson was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $386

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $386 to $2,100 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Tucson based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $386 which is on 2026-01-03.