How much is the train ticket from Washington to Fayetteville?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Fayetteville start at $79. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Fayetteville?

The average train trip from Washington to Fayetteville takes 5h 53m and covers 459 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Fayetteville route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Fayetteville?

The earliest train from Washington to Fayetteville departs at 9:59am. The latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Train Washington to Fayetteville from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Fayetteville on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:24pm	Union Station	5h 53m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Washington to Fayetteville on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:59am	Union Station	6h 13m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	5h 53m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	Fastest
Train	9:59am	Union Station	6h 13m	4:12pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	5h 53m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:37 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fayetteville. The journey takes about 5 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 53mAverage Duration

459 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $219	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $318	Average Duration5h 53m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $79

Amtrak Washington Fayetteville recent customer reviews

Uncrowded teain, persons traveling nice for the most part, curteous train operators.

Rosetta J.

April 25, 2024

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Fayetteville?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Fayetteville start at $79. The average price for this train route is around $145. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Fayetteville?
The average train trip from Washington to Fayetteville takes 5h 53m and covers 459 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Fayetteville route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Fayetteville?
The earliest train from Washington to Fayetteville departs at 9:59am. The latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-28

$138

11-29

$306

Today

$1,195

12-01

$167

12-02

$91

12-03

$91

12-04

$138

12-05

$91

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $91

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $91 to $1,464 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-12-02.