The cheapest and fastest trains from Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$56
Fastest journey
6 h 18 m
Average duration
6 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wake Forest, 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 Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 1 trains that leave Wake Forest, NC for Washington, DC on Tue, Feb 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 17 the direct trains cover the 349 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Tue, Feb 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €44, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 216 miles (349 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€44 Average price Cheapest | €161 Average price | €45 Average price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:13 PM Wake Forest, NC | 6h18 | 9:31 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC
Trains from Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€44) but you can travel from only $40 (€31) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:17, the last at 13:58. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (349 km) distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 216 miles (349 km) |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€44) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 09:17 |
Last train 13:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wake Forest, NC and Washington, DC from $40 (€31). 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 Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wake Forest, 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 Wake Forest, NC to Washington, DC
- 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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