How much is the train ticket from Washington to Kannapolis?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Kannapolis start from R 1 686. The average price for this train route is around R 2 866. 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 Kannapolis?

The average train journey time from Washington to Kannapolis is 9h 14m, covering a distance of 496 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis?

The earliest train from Washington to Kannapolis departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 11:08.

Train Washington to Kannapolis from R 1 090 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Kannapolis on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08	Union Station	9h 14m	20:22	Kannapolis, NC	No tags
Train	11:08	Union Station	9h 14m	20:22	Kannapolis, NC	No tags
Train	11:08	Union Station	9h 14m	20:22	Kannapolis, NC	No tags
Train	11:08	Union Station	9h 14m	20:22	Kannapolis, NC	No tags
Train	11:08	Union Station	9h 14m	20:22	Kannapolis, NC	No tags

Get from Washington to Kannapolis

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 9 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 686, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

9h 14mAverage duration

496 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 686

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 Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Kannapolis start from R 1 686. The average price for this train route is around R 2 866. 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 Kannapolis?
The average train journey time from Washington to Kannapolis is 9h 14m, covering a distance of 496 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Kannapolis 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 Kannapolis?
The earliest train from Washington to Kannapolis departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 11:08.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Kannapolis was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 090

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 Kannapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 090 to R 1 919 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Kannapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 090, which is on 2025-12-16.