The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC
Cheapest price
$151
Average price
$151
Fastest journey
8 h 31 m
Average duration
8 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, NC will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $151.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Jacksonville, NC on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 462 km distance in an average of 8 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 31 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 31 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.
2:59 PM8h31Washington, DC11:30 PMJacksonville, NC$1511One-way0 transfers
2:59 PM8h31Washington, DC11:30 PMJacksonville, NC$1511One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $77. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, and a train costs an average of $148.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$170 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest |
7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 31m Average total duration 14h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC:
A bus is $71 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC costing on average $170 (€136).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 1m.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:59 PM Washington, DC | 8h31 | 11:30 PM Jacksonville, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC
Trains from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $148 (€118) but you can travel from only $77 (€61) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 11:55. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 8h 31m.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average train duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $148 (€118) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 31m |
First train 8:50 AM |
Last train 11:55 AM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Jacksonville, NC from $77 (€61). 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 Jacksonville, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Jacksonville, NC
- 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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