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Trip Overview

The average train between Silver Spring and Cary takes 6h 40m and the fastest train takes 6h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Silver Spring to Cary. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 40m
Duration
316 mi
Distance
$202
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Silver Spring to Cary train times

Trains run twice daily between Silver Spring and Cary. The earliest departure is at 12:41 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Silver Spring is at 1:29 PM which arrives into Cary at 8:06 PM. All services require a transfer at Union Station, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 6h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 39m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 41m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 39m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 45m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 37m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 45m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 37m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 45m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 37m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 45m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 37m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 45m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 37m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Silver Spring to Cary? 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 Silver Spring to Cary.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 316.4 mi
  • Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Silver Spring, MD, USA and Cary, NC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Washington Union Station to Cary twice daily. Tickets cost $170–270 and the journey takes 6h 18m.

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