NC → FL · about 569 miles
Raleigh to Lakeland train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Raleigh to Lakeland. The fastest takes 15 hours 44 minutes; every train leaves at 7:54 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 15h 44m
- Leaves at
- 7:54 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Raleigh Union Station and arrives at Lakeland Amtrak Station. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:54 PM | 11:38 AM +1 day | 15h 44m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Raleigh Where you get off in Lakeland The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Raleigh
Where the train stops in Lakeland
Return trip: Lakeland to Raleigh
Questions
How long is the train from Raleigh to Lakeland?
The fastest direct train takes 15 hours 44 minutes; the typical trip is 15 hours 44 minutes.
What time is the first train from Raleigh to Lakeland?
Every departure is at 7:54 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Raleigh to Lakeland?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Raleigh?
Trains to Lakeland leave from Raleigh Union Station.