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The average train between Herndon and Charlotte takes 9h 45m and the fastest train takes 8h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Herndon to Charlotte. 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 45m
Duration
395 mi
Distance
$243
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Herndon to Charlotte train times

Trains run twice daily between Herndon and Charlotte. The earliest departure is at 11:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Herndon is at 5:45 PM which arrives into Charlotte at 2:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Rosslyn, Blue/Orange/Silver Track 2 Platform and take an average of 9h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 50m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 47m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 38m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 47m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 36m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 57m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 36m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 57m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 36m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 45m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 36m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 57m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 36m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 57m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Herndon to Charlotte? 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 Charlotte.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 395.4 mi
  • Duration: 9h 45m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Charlotte Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $200–310 and the journey takes 7h 41m.

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