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Train Information from Raleigh to Washington, DC
 | Distance | 233 miles (375 km) |
 | Average train duration | 5 h 53 min |
 | Average train ticket price | $59 (€47) |
 | Direct train | Yes |
 | Train providers | Amtrak |
Trains from Raleigh to Washington, DC cover the 233 miles (375 km) long journey taking on average 5 h 53 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $59 (€47), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $52 (€42).
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Travel with Amtrak between Raleigh and Washington, DC
For as little as $52 (€42) you can travel by train between Raleigh and Washington, DC with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.
Amtrak is the main train provider in the United States. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and First Class for you to book for your next journey by train between Raleigh and Washington, DC.
It’s easy to book your Amtrak train ticket between Raleigh and Washington, DC online with Omio! Simply check the current Amtrak train schedules for your ideal departure and arrival times, compare the best route between Raleigh and Washington, DC as well as relevant travel information (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard) for that train and book cheap Amtrak train tickets online. Prices for Amtrak trains between Raleigh and Washington, DC start at $52 (€42) one-way if you book in advance, and you can expect to travel around 233 miles (375 km). If you search for Amtrak trains in the Omio app, you can check straight away if the Amtrak tickets are mobile tickets, which makes it easier than ever to go paperless when traveling by train between Raleigh and Washington, DC. Let Omio do all the work for you finding the best Raleigh to Washington, DC Amtrak train ticket so you can enjoy a smooth and comfortable journey!
Please follow the recommendations outlined by Amtrak when booking your train tickets from Raleigh to Washington, DC due to the coronavirus:
- Cashless payments recommended
- Online booking and check-in recommended
- Pre-reservation / seat allocation
- Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
- Change fees have been waived for all reservations made before March 31, 2021.
- If you've booked with Omio, to change your reservation, go to Amtrak.com (Modify Trip) or the Amtrak app. A fare difference may apply to your new itinerary. If you want to cancel your reservation, you must call 800-USA-RAIL (not available via Amtrak.com or the app).
Trains from Raleigh to Washington D.C.
Washington D.C.is the capital of the United States and is approximately 280 miles (450 kilometers) northeast of Raleigh, North Carolina. Passengers can move between the two cities on trains, along with other means of transport such as road and air. Passengers can expect three trains each day from Raleigh to Washington D.C. operated by Amtrak. The earliest train departs at around 8:30 a.m. and the last at around 5:30 p.m. It takes an Amtrak train from Raleigh to Washington an average of 6 hours and 10 minutes to arrive at its destination.
Which train companies travel from Raleigh to Washington D.C.?
Amtrak is the only train company that offers train services on the Raleigh to Washington D.C. route. In a day, Amtrak operates at least three train journeys from Raleigh to Washington, giving passengers the flexibility to plan their journeys either in the morning, afternoon, or evening.
How long is the train ride from Raleigh to Washington?
Raleigh and Washington D.C. are approximately 280 miles (450 kilometers) apart and trains take an average of 6 hours and 10 minutes to reach their destination. 5 hours and 50 minutes is the quickest journey while the slowest train takes around 6 hours and 30 minutes. A train journey from Raleigh to Washington D.C. offers picturesque scenery along the way.
How many trains travel from Raleigh to Washington?
There are three daily train journeys from Raleigh to Washington D.C. The availability of three Amtrak train journeys from Raleigh to Washington D.C. gives passengers the flexibility of deciding whether to travel in the morning, afternoon or evening. The first Amtrak train from Raleigh to Washington D.C. departs at around 8:30 a.m., the second one around 10:15 a.m., and the last one departs at about 5:30 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains to Washington from Raleigh?
Departure station: All trains to Washington D.C. depart from Raleigh, NC - Union Station (RGH). The city center is less than a mile from this station. Passengers can walk from the city center to the station for about 15 minutes. When taking a taxi, it takes about four minutes to arrive at the train station from the city center. Cyclists take about eight minutes. Public transit from the city center to the station is not available. Union Station has a waiting room along with ATMs, restrooms, elevators, a ticket sales office, and a vending machine. WiFi is not available at this station.
Arrival station: Trains from Raleigh to Washington D.C. terminate at Washington, DC - Union Station (WAS). Washington, D.C. city center and the stations are 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) apart. Public transit is available and it takes about 10 minutes by car and about 15 minutes by train to access the city center from the train station. Public transportation can be found at the subway station adjacent to Union Station. Taxi services are also found within the station which accesses the city center relatively quickly. Cycling is also possible. The station has a waiting room and ATMs, payphones, restrooms, vending machines and WiFi.
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