DC → NC · about 243 miles
Washington to Selma train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Washington to Selma. The fastest takes 5 hours 6 minutes; the first train leaves at 12:55 PM and the last at 1:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 5h 06m
- First train
- 12:55 PM
- Last train
- 1:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Washington Union Station and arrives at Selma. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:55 PM | 6:01 PM | 5h 06m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 1:05 PM | 6:27 PM | 5h 22m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Selma The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Washington
Where the train stops in Selma
- Selma Amtrak station Map of Selma Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Selma to Washington
Questions
How long is the train from Washington to Selma?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 6 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 22 minutes.
What time is the first train from Washington to Selma?
The earliest departure is at 12:55 PM (Daily) and the last at 1:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Washington to Selma?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Washington?
Trains to Selma leave from Washington (Union Station).