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Trip Overview

The average train between Herndon and Cary takes 7h 17m and the fastest train takes 7h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Herndon to Cary. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 17m
Duration
329 mi
Distance
$193
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Herndon to Cary train times

Trains run twice daily between Herndon and Cary. The earliest departure is at 11:56 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Herndon is at 12:57 PM which arrives into Cary at 8:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and take an average of 7h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 17m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 9m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 17m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 9m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 30m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 30m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 29m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 29m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 17m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 9m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 17m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 9m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 17m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak7h 9m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Herndon to Cary? 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 Herndon to Cary.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 328.9 mi
  • Duration: 7h 17m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Cary twice daily. Tickets cost $160–260 and the journey takes 5h 57m.

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