The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY
Cheapest price
£180
Average price
£277
Fastest journey
13 h 20 m
Average duration
17 h
Trains per day
3
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY will cost around £277 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £180.
To travel from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY you need to make at least one change.
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf
152 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
80 Carolinian · 63 Maple Leaf
152 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf
80 Carolinian · 63 Maple LeafTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £52, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 470 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£127 Average Price | £160 Average Price | £101 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY trains for today, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
152 Northeast Regional · 283 Empire Service | 13:22 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 13h20 | 02:42 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
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80 Carolinian · 63 Maple Leaf | 00:25 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 20h07 | 20:32 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
66 Northeast Regional · 63 Maple Leaf | 03:00 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 17h32 | 20:32 Buffalo NY Exchange Street, Buffalo, NY | 1 change | |
![]() | 03:00 Washington, DC | 17h32 | 20:32 Buffalo, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY
Trains from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 but you can travel from only £52 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 470 km distance in 12h 35m.
Distance 470 km |
Average train duration 12h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 35m |
First train 03:20 |
Last train 22:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Amtrak Acela from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY trainsAmtrak, Amtrak Acela trains will get you between Washington, DC and Buffalo, NY from £52. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Buffalo, NY by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Buffalo, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Washington, DC and Buffalo, NY
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Pearl Street Grill & Brewery
- Liberty Hound
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Buffalo Downtown/Canalside
- Buffalo Marriott at LECOM HARBORCENTER
- The Westin Buffalo
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Empire Service and Maple Leaf trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro Rail: Erie Canal Harbor Station
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