How much is the train ticket from Washington to Gastonia?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Gastonia start from R 1 535. The average price for this train route is around R 1 889. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Gastonia?

The average train journey time from Washington to Gastonia is 8h 52m, covering a distance of 547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Gastonia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Washington to Gastonia departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Gastonia from R 1 465 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Gastonia on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Gastonia on 30 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Gastonia on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Gastonia on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Gastonia on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Gastonia on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Gastonia on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	8h 52m	03:22	Gastonia Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 3:52 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Gastonia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Gastonia. The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 987, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

12h 40mAverage duration

561 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 987 - R 2 508	Average duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 535 - R 3 909	Average duration8h 52m	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 535

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Gastonia?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Gastonia start from R 1 535. The average price for this train route is around R 1 889. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Gastonia?
The average train journey time from Washington to Gastonia is 8h 52m, covering a distance of 547 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Gastonia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Gastonia?
The earliest train from Washington to Gastonia departs at 18:30. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/01

R 1 806

27/01

R 2 587

Today

R 1 806

29/01

R 1 465

30/01

R 1 465

31/01

R 1 806

01/02

R 1 465

02/02

R 1 806

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Gastonia was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 465

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 Gastonia as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 465 to R 6 768 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Gastonia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 465, which is on 2026-01-29.