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Trip Overview

The average train between Charlotte and Herndon takes 9h 52m 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 52m
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 5:17 PM. All services require a transfer at Alexandria and take an average of 9h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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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

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 22m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 48m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 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 17, 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 18, 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

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.

Map of how to get from Charlotte to Herndon.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 395.4 mi
  • Duration: 9h 52m

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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