The cheapest and fastest trains from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
6 h 28 m
Average duration
6 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
457 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC will cost around $175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fayetteville, NC for Washington, DC on Wed, Jan 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 07 the direct trains cover the 457 km distance in an average of 6 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 28 m .
On Wed, Jan 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 48 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.
90 Palmetto
98 Silver Meteor
98 Silver Meteor
90 PalmettoTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €47.
Distance: 283 miles (457 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€86 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest |
7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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98 Silver Meteor | 5:57 AM Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC | 6h28 | 12:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 5:22 PM Fayetteville Station, Fayetteville, NC | 6h48 | 12:10 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC
Trains from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 283 miles (457 km) distance in 6h 48m.
Distance 283 miles (457 km) |
Average train duration 6h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 48m |
First train 00:57 |
Last train 19:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fayetteville, NC and Washington, DC from $50 (€40). 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 Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC to 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, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fayetteville, NC to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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