How much is the train ticket from Dallas to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Washington start from R 3 501. The average price for this train route is around R 6 980. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dallas to Washington?

The average train journey time from Dallas to Washington is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1906 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Dallas to Washington route?

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

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

The earliest train from Dallas to Washington departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Train Dallas to Washington from R 3 362 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Dallas to Washington on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Washington on 4 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Dallas to Washington on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Washington on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Dallas to Washington on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	18:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	18:20	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:38	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:00 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Dallas 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, 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

1d 18hAverage duration

1906 kmDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 147 - R 11 137	Average duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 501 - R 28 724	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 173kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 R 3 501

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dallas, TX 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 Dallas to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Washington start from R 3 501. The average price for this train route is around R 6 980. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dallas to Washington?
The average train journey time from Dallas to Washington is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1906 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Dallas to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Dallas to Washington?
The earliest train from Dallas to Washington departs at 15:38. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

R 7 319

02/12

R 5 848

Today

R 6 496

04/12

R 22 410

05/12

R 7 826

06/12

R 7 651

07/12

R 5 795

08/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 795

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 795 to R 31 321 for a train ticket from Dallas, TX to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 795, which is on 2025-12-07.