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Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Major art museum on the St. Johns River with a strong permanent collection and historic formal gardens. One of Jacksonville’s best-known cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
10 h 38 m
Average duration
10 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
667 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 2 trains that leave Raleigh, NC for Jacksonville, FL on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 667 km distance in an average of 10 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 38 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 10 h 38 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $82.
Distance: 414 miles (667 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$110 Average price Cheapest | $129 Average price | $322 Average price | $93 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 54m Average total duration 10h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $129 (€104).
A train is $211 (€170) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $322 (€260).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 51m.
Train takes on average 10h 24m.
Tickets start at around $110 (€89) compared to roughly $93 (€75) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.38 (€-14.03). The journey takes 10h 24m versus 6h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL trains for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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41 Floridian · 97 Silver Meteor | 7:54 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 13h30 | 9:24 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 1 transfer | |
41 Floridian | 7:54 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 10h38 | 6:32 AM Jacksonville station, Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
![]() | 12:54 AM Raleigh, NC | 10h38 | 11:32 AM Jacksonville, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 17:22, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 414 miles (667 km) distance in 10h 38m.
Distance 414 miles (667 km) |
Average train duration 10h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 38m |
First train 5:22 PM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
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Tip 15-20% at restaurants. Bartenders: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis and rideshares: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 2-5 for bags; USD 2-5 nightly for housekeeping.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raleigh, NC to Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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