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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Kingstree to New Carrollton per day. The average train journey from Kingstree to New Carrollton takes 11 hours and 22 minutes, but some Amtrak Palmetto train trips are as short as 9 hours and 57 minutes.
| Distance | 401 mi (646 km) |
| Fastest train | 9h 57m |
| Lowest price | $64.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Palmetto |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Kingstree to New Carrollton?
2 train services operate from Kingstree to New Carrollton. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 11h 1m | $246.00 |
| Amtrak Palmetto | 1 | 11h 27m | $77.75 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Kingstree to New Carrollton every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $246.
The Palmetto is an Amtrak train service that runs a total of 829 miles from New York City to Savannah, GA, connecting 20 cities from the Northeast to the Southeast along the way. Traveling from Kingstree to New Carrollton is comfortable and relaxing on the Palmetto, thanks to the train’s free WiFi, power outlets, and seating with extra legroom. You can pick from 1 daily departures along this route, with train ticket pricing at an average of on the Palmetto.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between Kingstree and New Carrollton is approximately 401 miles, or 646 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 22 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 57 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Thursday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Kingstree to New Carrollton. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Thursday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Kingstree at 7:00am and arrives in New Carrollton around 9 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to New Carrollton with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from New Carrollton to Kingstree.
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Kingstree?
Main departure station: 101 East Main St
There is one train station in Kingstree.
All train stations in Kingstree:
101 East Main St
Where is the train station in New Carrollton?
Main arrival station: MARC Station
New Carrollton has one train station.
All train stations in New Carrollton:
MARC Station
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