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Trip Overview

The average train between Charlotte and Dulles takes 9h 59m and the fastest train takes 9h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Charlotte to Dulles. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 59m
Duration
399 mi
Distance
$243
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Charlotte to Dulles train times

Trains run twice daily between Charlotte and Dulles. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charlotte is at 6:45 AM which arrives into Dulles at 5:24 PM. All services require a transfer at Alexandria and take an average of 9h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 10m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 27m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 53m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 29m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 55m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 10m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 10m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 39m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority9h 10m • 2 changes
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    AmtrakWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority10h 39m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Charlotte to Dulles? 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 Charlotte to Dulles.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 399.2 mi
  • Duration: 9h 59m

What companies run services between Charlotte, NC, USA and Dulles, VA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Alexandria twice daily. Tickets cost $200–310 and the journey takes 7h 48m.

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