How much is the train ticket from Washington to Syracuse?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Syracuse start from R 1 314. The average price for this train route is around R 2 405. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Syracuse?

The average train journey time from Washington to Syracuse is 11h 16m, covering a distance of 471 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 42m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Washington to Syracuse departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Washington to Syracuse from R 1 250 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Syracuse on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	14h 57m	12:57	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	06:20	Union Station	9h 42m	16:02	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	06:20	Union Station	9h 42m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:22	Union Station	10h 37m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:22	Union Station	10h 37m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Syracuse on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	14h 57m	12:57	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	06:20	Union Station	9h 42m	16:02	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	06:20	Union Station	9h 42m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	11h 46m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	11h 46m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Syracuse on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:00	Union Station	14h 57m	12:57	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	08:50	Union Station	10h 9m	18:59	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	05:05	Union Station	10h 57m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	05:05	Union Station	10h 57m	16:02	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:50	Union Station	10h 9m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:32 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Syracuse

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Syracuse. The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 912, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

11h 10mAverage duration

472 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 912 - R 3 371	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 314 - R 13 324	Average duration11h 16m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Syracuse, US?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Syracuse, US

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
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B
Syracuse Airport

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 314

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 Syracuse, 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 Washington to Syracuse?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Syracuse start from R 1 314. The average price for this train route is around R 2 405. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Syracuse?
The average train journey time from Washington to Syracuse is 11h 16m, covering a distance of 471 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 42m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Syracuse 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 Washington to Syracuse?
The earliest train from Washington to Syracuse departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/01

R 1 607

28/01

R 1 770

Today

R 2 127

30/01

R 2 873

31/01

R 1 770

01/02

R 1 964

02/02

R 1 250

03/02

R 1 461

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Syracuse, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 250

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 Syracuse, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 250 to R 17 708 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Syracuse, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 250, which is on 2026-02-02.