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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington DC and North Carolina takes 10h 39m and the fastest train takes 10h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Washington DC to North Carolina. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

10h 39m
Duration
380 mi
Distance
$245
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Washington DC to North Carolina train times

Trains run twice daily between Washington DC and North Carolina. The earliest departure is at 12:45 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Washington DC is at 6:21 PM which arrives into North Carolina at 5:01 AM. All services require a transfer at McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform and take an average of 10h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 33m • 2 changes
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 49m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 33m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 46m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 37m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 46m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 37m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 40m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 33m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 49m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 33m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 49m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakCharlotte Area Transit System10h 33m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington DC to North Carolina? 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 Washington DC to North Carolina.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 379.7 mi
  • Duration: 10h 39m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and North Carolina, 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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