Train from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Washington to Memphis on 29 November
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Union Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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, 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 774, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1d 4hAverage duration
1224 kmDistance
31kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 774 - R 5 300Average duration1d 4h
31kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 144 - R 50 598Average duration1d 15h
112kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Memphis?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Memphis start from R 3 144. The average price for this train route is around R 5 504. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Memphis?

    The average train journey time from Washington to Memphis is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1231 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Washington to Memphis route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Memphis?

    The earliest train from Washington to Memphis departs at 07:50. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Memphis, TN was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of R 4 368

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