The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
7 h 38 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
453 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Fort Bragg, NC on Sun, Aug 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 453 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 38 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 7 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.
6:48 PM7h38Washington, DC2:26 AMFort Bragg, NC$1341One-way0 transfers
6:48 PM7h38Washington, DC2:26 AMFort Bragg, NC$1341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $94. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $94, and a flight costs an average of $376.
Distance: 281 miles (453 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$122 Average price | $397 Average price | $94 Average price Cheapest |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC:
A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC costing on average $122.
A bus is $303 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC costing on average $397.
Other travel options to Fort Bragg, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 13m.
Bus takes on average 7h 33m.
Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC
Trains from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $110 but you can travel from only $94 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:17, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 281 miles (453 km) distance in 6h 13m.
Distance 281 miles (453 km) |
Average train duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 13m |
First train 7:17 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Fort Bragg, NC from $94. 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 Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC 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 Fort Bragg, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC
Most Washington, DC to Fort Bragg, NC trains use the Union Station to Fayetteville Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Fort Bragg, NC train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Fort Bragg, NC leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Washington, DC
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