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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$155
Average price
$195
Fastest journey
8 h 16 m
Average duration
9 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $195 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $155.
Of the 2 trains that leave Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Fri, Dec 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 529 km distance in an average of 9 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 16 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 9 h 46 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
80 Carolinian20 Crescent20 Crescent80 Carolinian
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €222.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
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€119 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €256 Average price |
9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 20 Crescent | 10:31 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 8h16 | 6:47 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 80 Carolinian | 11:45 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 9h46 | 9:31 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
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Trains from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $83 (€67) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:31, the last at 10:45. The fastest train covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 8h 16m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average train duration 9h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€67) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 16m |
First train 09:31 |
Last train 10:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC from $60 (€48). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington Union Station, Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Alexander Michael's
- The King's Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Westin Charlotte
- Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- Omni Charlotte Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: CATS Bus Routes 11, 21, 22
- Light Rail: LYNX Blue Line nearby
WifiLockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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