How much is the train ticket from Dallas to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Washington start from $200. The average price for this train route is around $399. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Dallas to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Dallas to Washington is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1182 miles (1906 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Dallas to Washington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dallas to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Dallas to Washington at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Dallas to Washington from $192 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 1h	6:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Dallas to Washington on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	1d 20h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	Eddie Bernice Johnson Union Station	2d 2h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

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

Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

1d 18hAverage Duration

1182 milesDistance

48kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $637	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$200 - $1,641	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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $200

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to Washington, DC, US 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 Dallas to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Dallas to Washington start from $200. The average price for this train route is around $399. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Dallas to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Dallas to Washington is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1182 miles (1906 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Dallas to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Dallas to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Dallas to Washington at 3:38pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/01

$418

12/02

$334

Today

$371

12/04

$1,280

12/05

$447

12/06

$437

12/07

$331

12/08

$250

The cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $250

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 $250 to $1,789 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 $250 which is on 2025-12-08.