How much is the train ticket from Washington to Raleigh?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Raleigh start from ARS 73,278. The average price for this train route is around ARS 77,756. 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 Washington to Raleigh?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Raleigh is 6h 2m, covering a distance of 234 miles (377 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Raleigh route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Washington to Raleigh at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 1:48pm.

Train Washington to Raleigh from ARS 69,117 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on May 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on May 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on May 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Raleigh on May 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 2m	7:07pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:48pm	Union Station	5h 53m	7:41pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:05 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 56,388, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

5h 10mAverage Duration

234 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 56,388 - ARS 227,724	Average Duration5h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 73,278 - ARS 244,671	Average Duration6h 2m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,791 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

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.

April 22, 2023

The conductor ushering us on board was too aggressive

Joy S.

January 8, 2023

Good. Jist mechanical issues caused a delay leaving the station

Kelly V.

January 10, 2022

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh 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 Washington to Raleigh?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Raleigh start from ARS 73,278. The average price for this train route is around ARS 77,756. 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 Washington to Raleigh?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Raleigh is 6h 2m, covering a distance of 234 miles (377 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Raleigh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Raleigh?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Raleigh at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 1:48pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/27

ARS 103,675

04/28

ARS 83,516

Today

ARS 103,675

04/30

ARS 103,675

05/01

ARS 103,675

05/02

ARS 103,675

05/03

ARS 149,752

05/04

ARS 103,675

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Apr 28, 2026 with a price of ARS 83,516

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ARS 83,516 to ARS 414,697 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 ARS 103,675 which is on 2026-04-30.