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Raleigh to Smithsonian Institution trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Raleigh and Smithsonian Institution takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 6h 5m. There is at least one train per day from Raleigh to Smithsonian Institution. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 17m
Duration
301 mi
Distance
$191
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

Raleigh to Smithsonian Institution train times

Trains run once daily between Raleigh and Smithsonian Institution. The earliest departure is at 9:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Raleigh is at 10:13 AM which arrives into Smithsonian Institution at 4:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Alexandria and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 5m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 28m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 5m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 28m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 5m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 33m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 5m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 28m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 5m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 28m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 301.2 mi
  • Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Raleigh, NC, USA and Smithsonian Institution, DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Raleigh Union Station to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $160–250 and the journey takes 5h 26m.

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