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Trip Overview

The average train between Washington DC and Cary takes 7h 36m and the fastest train takes 6h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Washington DC 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.

7h 36m
Duration
312 mi
Distance
$192
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Washington DC to Cary train times

Trains run twice daily between Washington DC and Cary. The earliest departure is at 1:53 AM at night, and the last departure from Washington DC is at 1:33 PM which arrives into Cary at 8:06 PM. All services require a transfer at McPherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform and take an average of 7h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 33m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 41m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 33m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 41m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 33m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 41m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 33m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak17h 33m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 41m • 1 change
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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrak6h 33m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Washington DC 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.

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  • Distance: 311.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 36m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Alexandria to Cary twice daily. Tickets cost $160–260 and the journey takes 5h 57m.

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