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Trip Overview

The average train between Gaithersburg and Charlotte takes 9h 33m and the fastest train takes 8h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Gaithersburg to Charlotte. 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 33m
Duration
395 mi
Distance
$242
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Gaithersburg to Charlotte train times

Trains run twice daily between Gaithersburg and Charlotte. The earliest departure is at 12:18 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Gaithersburg is at 5:48 PM which arrives into Charlotte at 2:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 9h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 24m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 42m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 24m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 42m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 27m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 42m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 27m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 42m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 24m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 42m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 24m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 42m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak10h 24m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak8h 42m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Gaithersburg to Charlotte? 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 Gaithersburg to Charlotte.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 394.9 mi
  • Duration: 9h 33m

What companies run services between Gaithersburg, MD, USA and Charlotte, NC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Charlotte Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $200–320 and the journey takes 8h.

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