How much is the train ticket from Washington to Memphis?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Memphis start at $252. The average price for this train route is around $364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Memphis?

The average train trip from Washington to Memphis takes 1d 15h and covers 1231 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Memphis 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 Washington to Memphis?

The earliest train from Washington to Memphis departs at 7:13am. The latest train departs at 6:42pm.

Train Washington to Memphis from $267 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Memphis on March 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Memphis on March 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:39am	Union Station	1d 20h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	11:39am	Union Station	1d 20h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Memphis on March 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Memphis on March 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39am	Union Station	1d 20h	7:42am	Memphis Central Station	Cheapest
Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 12h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	Fastest
Train	11:39am	Union Station	1d 20h	7:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags
Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 12h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Memphis on March 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 12h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 12h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Memphis on March 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:20am	Union Station	1d 23h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	Cheapest
Train	11:39am	Union Station	1d 20h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	Fastest
Train	8:20am	Union Station	1d 23h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Memphis on March 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:42pm	Union Station	1d 13h	6:42am	Memphis Central Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:07 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

1229 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $403	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$252 - $1,066	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 112kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,765 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5765 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 $252

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN 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 Memphis?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Memphis start at $252. The average price for this train route is around $364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Memphis?
The average train trip from Washington to Memphis takes 1d 15h and covers 1231 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Memphis 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 Washington to Memphis?
The earliest train from Washington to Memphis departs at 7:13am. The latest train departs at 6:42pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03-01

$383

03-02

$383

Today

$383

03-04

$383

03-05

$424

03-06

$291

03-07

$354

03-08

$725

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Mar 6, 2026 with a price of $291

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 Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $291 to $1,903 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $291 which is on 2026-03-06.