The cheapest and fastest trains from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$148
Average price
$148
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC will cost around $148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $148.
Of the 1 trains that leave Jacksonville, NC for Washington, DC on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 462 km distance in an average of 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 20 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 10 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
1:50 PM10h20Jacksonville, NC12:10 AMWashington, DC$1481One-way0 transfers
1:50 PM10h20Jacksonville, NC12:10 AMWashington, DC$1481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $113. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $113, and a train costs an average of $146.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
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$186 Average price | $146 Average price Cheapest |
8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6090 AMTRAK · 90 Palmetto | 12:50 PM Swansboro station, Swansboro, NC | 10h20 | 11:10 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC
Trains from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $146 (€118) but you can travel from only $113 (€92) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:50, the last at 11:55. The fastest train covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 (€118) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 20m |
First train 8:50 AM |
Last train 11:55 AM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Jacksonville, NC and Washington, DC from $113 (€92). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jacksonville, NC to Washington, DC
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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