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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Raleigh
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 574, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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According to customer reviews, there have been reports of delays and mechanical issues causing inconvenience during the trip. Some customers also mentioned being stranded for several hours instead of reaching their destination on time. Additionally, a few customers expressed dissatisfaction with the conductors' aggressive behavior while boarding the bus.
Amtrak Washington Raleigh recent customer reviews
Stranded in Petersburg VA 2 hours into the trip - stuck for 5 hours. Was supposed to get to my destination at 9pm, but instead arrived at 2am. Extremely inconvenient
Benjamin B.
The conductor ushering us on board was too aggressive
Joy S.
Good. Jist mechanical issues caused a delay leaving the station
Kelly V.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Raleigh start from R 881. The average price for this train route is around R 1 024. 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 Raleigh?
The average train journey time from Washington to Raleigh is 5h 53m, covering a distance of 377 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Raleigh route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Raleigh?
The earliest train from Washington to Raleigh departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 13:48.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 831To 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 Raleigh as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 831 to R 6 139 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 831, which is on 2025-12-16.
