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Trip Overview

The average train between Cary and Washington DC takes 7h 57m and the fastest train takes 6h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Cary to Washington DC. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 57m
Duration
312 mi
Distance
$197
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Cary to Washington DC train times

Trains run twice daily between Cary and Washington DC. The earliest departure is at 8:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cary is at 9:47 AM which arrives into Washington DC at 4:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Alexandria and take an average of 7h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 43m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 53m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 43m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 48m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 43m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 48m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority19h 50m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 43m • 1 change
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority6h 48m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cary to Washington DC? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cary to Washington DC.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 311.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Cary, NC, USA and Washington DC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Cary to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $160–260 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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