The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
5 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilson, 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 Wilson, NC to Washington, DC will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wilson, NC for Washington, DC on Thu, May 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 5 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 27 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.
3:18 PM5h13Wilson, NC8:31 PMWashington, DC$531One-way0 transfers
5:43 PM5h27Wilson, NC11:10 PMWashington, DC$771One-way0 transfers
6:18 PM5h13Wilson, NC11:31 PMWashington, DC$771One-way0 transfers
6:18 PM5h13Wilson, NC11:31 PMWashington, DC$771One-way0 transfers
3:18 PM5h13Wilson, NC8:31 PMWashington, DC$531One-way0 transfers
5:43 PM5h27Wilson, NC11:10 PMWashington, DC$771One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Wilson, NC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 224 miles (361 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $320 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 47m Average total duration 5h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC costing on average $78 (€63).
A train is $246 (€198) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC costing on average $320 (€259).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
Tickets start at around $74 (€60) compared to roughly $51 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-23.93 (€-19.33). The journey takes 5h 17m versus 4h 13m 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.
Live departures
Wilson, NC to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilson, NC to Washington, DC trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:43 PM Wilson, NC | 5h27 | 12:10 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 3:18 PM Wilson, NC | 5h13 | 8:31 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 PM Wilson, NC | 5h27 | 11:10 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:18 PM Wilson, NC | 5h13 | 11:31 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC
Trains from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $41 (€33) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:29, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 224 miles (361 km) distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 224 miles (361 km) |
Average train duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 2:29 AM |
Last train 7:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilson, NC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilson, NC and Washington, DC from $41 (€33). 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 Wilson, NC to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilson, 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 Wilson, NC to Washington, DC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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