How much is the train ticket from Washington to Fayetteville?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Fayetteville start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Fayetteville?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Fayetteville is 5h 53m, covering a distance of 285 miles (459 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Fayetteville route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Fayetteville?

The earliest train departs from Washington to Fayetteville at 9:59am. And the latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Train Washington to Fayetteville from $52 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Fayetteville on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	7:24pm	Union Station	5h 53m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	7:24pm	Union Station	5h 53m	1:17am	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:47 PM EST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Fayetteville. The journey takes about 5 hours 53 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 53mAverage Duration

285 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $158	Average Duration6h 29m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $222	Average Duration5h 53m	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,627 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5627 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $56

Amtrak Washington Fayetteville recent customer reviews

Uncrowded teain, persons traveling nice for the most part, curteous train operators.

Rosetta J.

April 25, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Fayetteville?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Fayetteville start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $101. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Fayetteville?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Fayetteville is 5h 53m, covering a distance of 285 miles (459 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Fayetteville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Fayetteville?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Fayetteville at 9:59am. And the latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/04

$96

12/05

$96

Today

$96

12/07

$63

12/08

$63

12/09

$63

12/10

$52

12/11

$63

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $833 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Fayetteville, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-12-10.