How much is the train ticket from Raleigh to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Washington start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Raleigh to Washington is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 234 miles (377 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Raleigh to Washington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Raleigh to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Raleigh to Washington at 9:17am. And the latest train departs at 10:13am.

Train Raleigh to Washington from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Raleigh to Washington on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Washington on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Washington on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Washington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Raleigh to Washington on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:17am	Union Station	5h 55m	3:12pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:13am	Union Station	6h 18m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:48 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

5h 30mAverage Duration

231 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $155	Average Duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $192	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Customers have expressed positive opinions about their first train ride, mentioning that it was impressive and awesome. They were impressed by the nice quiet trip and the good functioning of the Wifi.

Amtrak Raleigh Washington recent customer reviews

Train was late and I ended up in my destination city an hour later than intended

Tamara Z.

October 17, 2024

2 hour delay. Agents are not really welcoming. Need a course on looking happy at least.

Guillaume D.

February 19, 2024

Comfortable ride.left abit late.

Gaceri M.

June 10, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US 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 Raleigh to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Washington start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $51. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Raleigh to Washington is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 234 miles (377 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Raleigh to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Raleigh to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Raleigh to Washington at 9:17am. And the latest train departs at 10:13am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$70

12/11

$70

Today

$121

12/13

$70

12/14

$70

12/15

$70

12/16

$70

12/17

$48

The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $355 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-17.

What's the cheapest way to go from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time5h 30m	Avg Price$57	Daily Departures17
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 55m	Avg Price$51	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Raleigh and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $51 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $51. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Raleigh to Washington, DC, US in about 5h 30m - that's the fastest way to get there!