How much is the train ticket from Fredericksburg to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Fredericksburg to Washington start from R 237. The average price for this train route is around R 305. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Fredericksburg to Washington?

The average train journey time from Fredericksburg to Washington is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 78 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Fredericksburg to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Fredericksburg to Washington departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 19:21.

Train Fredericksburg to Washington from R 203 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 13 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:35	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 24m	19:59	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 14 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 31m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 15 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 31m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 16 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:14	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 27m	17:41	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	18:34	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	19:55	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:54	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 28m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:54	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 28m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 31m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 17 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:34	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	19:55	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	06:54	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 28m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:54	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 28m	08:22	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 31m	16:31	Union Station	No tags
Train	16:14	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 27m	17:41	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 18 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 31m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 19 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:00	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 31m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Fredericksburg to Washington on 20 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:09	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 28m	17:37	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	Fastest
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	06:53	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 25m	08:18	Union Station	No tags
Train	12:07	Fredericksburg, VA	1h 21m	13:28	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Fredericksburg 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 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 237, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

1h 25mAverage duration

78 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 274 - R 950	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 237 - R 1 124	Average duration1h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55 801 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.6

Customers are very satisfied with the train service provided by Amtrak, praising the sweet hospitality and marvelous journey. It was their first time traveling by train and they were well pleased with the experience.

Amtrak Fredericksburg Washington recent customer reviews

This was my first time travelling with train and i am well please. My wife and i enjoy the sweet hospitality provided by Amtrak. The journey was marvelous.

Abdul Lamin K.

25 November 2023

508 ada violations on my amtrak trip, ada areas clearly marked to be available were filled completely with other's big luggage. I am disabled but could get access to the ada areas. Res#. E9DC6B.

Todf J.

3 October 2023

Missed the train and my grandma is sick

Tyric C.

23 January 2024

US train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Fredericksburg to Washington start from R 237. The average price for this train route is around R 305. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fredericksburg to Washington?
The average train journey time from Fredericksburg to Washington is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 78 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Fredericksburg to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Fredericksburg to Washington?
The earliest train from Fredericksburg to Washington departs at 06:53. And the latest train departs at 19:21.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/05

R 609

12/05

R 373

Today

R 203

14/05

R 271

15/05

R 373

16/05

R 271

17/05

R 271

18/05

R 203

The cheapest trip from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 13 May 2026 with a price of R 203

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

You can expect to pay from R 203 to R 1 286 for a train ticket from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 203, which is on 2026-05-18.

What's the cheapest way to go from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 25m	Avg priceR 358	Daily departures15
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 25m	Avg priceR 305	Daily departures5

The best way to travel between Fredericksburg, VA and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 305 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 237. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Fredericksburg, VA to Washington, DC, US in about 1h 25m – that's the fastest way to get there!