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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 216 miles (349 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$56 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC costing on average $56 (€46).
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC costing on average $107 (€88).
Other travel options to Wake Forest, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Train takes on average 6h 11m.
Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.80 (€-5.59). The journey takes 6h 11m versus 3h 54m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC
Trains from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $46 (€37) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:08, the last at 13:48. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (349 km) distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 216 miles (349 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 9:08 AM |
Last train 1:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Wake Forest, NC from $46 (€37). 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 Wake Forest, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, 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 Wake Forest, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC
Most Washington, DC to Wake Forest, NC trains use the Union Station to Raleigh Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Wake Forest, 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 Wake Forest, 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.
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