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Train Austin to Washington: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$368
Average train trip duration2d 2h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:24
Distance1316 miles

Austin to Washington Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin - Washington

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Austin to Washington cost?

    The average train ticket price from Austin to Washington is US$368. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Austin to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Austin to Washington?

    A train trip between Austin and Washington is around 2d 2h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1315 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Austin and Washington?

    The number of trains from Austin to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Austin to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin to Washington was searched and found on 26 Apr 2025 with a price of US$354

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

You can expect to pay from US$354 to US$1,298 for a train ticket from Austin to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$354, which is on 2025-04-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Austin to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Austin and Washington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Austin to Washington.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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