Trains tickets from Washington (DC), US to Raleigh

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Today21 May
from US$102
Tomorrow22 May
from US$161
Fri23 May
from US$102
Sat24 May
Sun25 May
Mon26 May
Tue27 May
from US$70
Wed28 May
from US$56

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 22 May at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 22 May at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 22 May at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 22 May at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 May at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 22 May at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 May at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 22 May at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 May at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 22 May at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Washington to Raleigh

Average priceUS$38 - US$110Average duration5h 10m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$49 - US$168Average duration5h 53m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle
Average priceUS$67 - US$67Average duration4h 45m
12kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the shuttle from Washington to Raleigh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1shuttle per day
4h 45mAverage duration
US$67Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$69
Average train trip duration5h 53m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure11:08
Distance234 miles
Latest train departure13:43

Washington to Raleigh Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington - Raleigh

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Raleigh cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Raleigh is US$69. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Raleigh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Raleigh?

    A train trip between Washington and Raleigh is around 5h 53m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 233 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Raleigh?

    The number of trains from Washington to Raleigh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Raleigh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
19/05
US$121
20/05
US$78
Today
US$102
22/05
US$161
23/05
US$102
24/05
US$70
25/05
US$78
26/05
US$78
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Raleigh was searched and found on 24 May 2025 with a price of US$70

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

You can expect to pay from US$70 to US$355 for a train ticket from Washington to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$70, which is on 2025-05-24.

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Raleigh you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Raleigh, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Raleigh to Washington

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