The cheapest and fastest trains from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$401
Average price
$461
Fastest journey
2 d 22 h 16 m
Average duration
2 d 23 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
3727 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC will cost around $461 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $401.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fresno, CA for Washington, DC on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 3727 km distance in an average of 2 d 23 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 d 22 h 16 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 d 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Fresno, CA to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €154. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €154, and a train costs an average of €328.
Distance: 2315 miles (3727 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€404 Average price | €364 Average price | €253 Average price Cheapest |
73h 58m Average total duration 73h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 2m Average total duration Fastest 6h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 68h 25m Average total duration 67h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fresno, CA to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:49 PM Fresno, CA | 72h21 | 5:10 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC
Trains from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 73h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $402 (€328) but you can travel from only $189 (€154) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 10:32, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 2315 miles (3727 km) distance in 72h 21m.
Distance 2315 miles (3727 km) |
Average train duration 73h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $402 (€328) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 72h 21m |
First train 10:32 |
Last train 16:05 |
FAQs: Trains from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fresno, CA to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
- 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
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