The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$122
Fastest journey
10 h 9 m
Average duration
10 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, 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 Kannapolis, NC will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington, DC for Kannapolis, NC on Thu, Feb 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 494 km distance in an average of 10 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 9 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 10 h 9 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 train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €260.
Distance: 306 miles (494 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€91 Average price | €275 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
8h 47m Average total duration 8h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:08 PM Washington, DC | 10h09 | 1:17 AM Kannapolis, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC
Trains from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $106 (€84) but you can travel from only $74 (€59) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 9h 14m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 8h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $106 (€84) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 14m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Kannapolis, NC from $74 (€59). 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 Kannapolis, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, 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 Kannapolis, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Kannapolis, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with designated spots for Amtrak passengers.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single main hall with access to the platform and waiting area.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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