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Charlotte to Herndon trains

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The average train between Charlotte and Herndon takes 9h 49m and the fastest train takes 9h 3m. The train service runs several times per day from Charlotte to Herndon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 49m
Duration
395 mi
Distance
$241
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Charlotte to Herndon train times

Trains run twice daily between Charlotte and Herndon. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charlotte is at 6:45 AM which arrives into Herndon at 5:10 PM. All services require a transfer at Alexandria and take an average of 9h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 25m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 3m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 3m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 3m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 37m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 3m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 3m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 20m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 46m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Charlotte to Herndon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 395.4 mi
  • Duration: 9h 49m

What companies run services between Charlotte, NC, USA and Herndon, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $200–310 and the journey takes 7h 48m.

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