How much is the train ticket from Austin to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Washington start at PEN 807. The average price for this train route is around PEN 1,504. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Austin to Washington?

The average train trip from Austin to Washington takes 2d 2h and covers 2122 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Austin to Washington route?

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

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

The earliest train from Austin to Washington departs at 9:26am. The latest train departs at 9:26am.

Train Austin to Washington from PEN 845 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Austin to Washington on July 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:26am	Austin, TX	2d 2h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:26am	Austin, TX	2d 2h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Washington on July 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:26am	Austin, TX	2d 2h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:26am	Austin, TX	2d 2h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:26am	Austin, TX	2d 7h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:26am	Austin, TX	2d 7h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	9:26am	Austin, TX	2d 7h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:03 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin 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 1 day, 19 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 362, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

2124 kmDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 362 - PEN 1,746	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 807 - PEN 6,715	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 193kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,834 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5834 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 PEN 807

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US 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 Austin to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Washington start at PEN 807. The average price for this train route is around PEN 1,504. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Austin to Washington?
The average train trip from Austin to Washington takes 2d 2h and covers 2122 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Austin to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Austin to Washington?
The earliest train from Austin to Washington departs at 9:26am. The latest train departs at 9:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

07-02

PEN 4,525

07-03

PEN 4,972

Today

PEN 1,921

07-05

PEN 1,980

07-06

PEN 1,023

07-07

PEN 1,386

07-08

PEN 1,219

07-09

PEN 4,822

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jul 6, 2026 with a price of PEN 1,023

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

You can expect to pay from PEN 1,023 to PEN 8,379 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 1,023 which is on 2026-07-06.