Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Durham, NC, US

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TodayJul 31
from US$168
TomorrowAug 1
from US$168
SatAug 2
from US$128
SunAug 3
from US$109
MonAug 4
from US$109
TueAug 5
from US$74
WedAug 6
from US$85
ThuAug 7
from US$74

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One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: August 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Durham

Bus
Average PriceUS$33 - US$141Average Duration5h 50m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$57 - US$168Average Duration7h 50m
33kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
5h 50mAverage Duration
US$33Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington, DC, US to Durham, NC, US: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$66
Average train trip duration7h 50m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure11:08am
Distance363 km

Washington to Durham Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Durham, NC, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Durham cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Durham is US$66. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington to Durham is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Washington to Durham?

    A train trip between Washington and Durham is around 7h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 363 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Washington and Durham?

    The number of trains from Washington to Durham can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Durham by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Washington to Durham?

    When taking the train from Washington to Durham, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07-29
US$104
07-30
US$122
Today
US$161
08-01
US$161
08-02
US$122
08-03
US$104
08-04
US$104
08-05
US$70
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Aug 5, 2025 with a price of US$70

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 Durham, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$70 to US$184 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$70 which is on 2025-08-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Washington and Durham is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Durham.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Durham, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Washington and Durham, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Washington to Durham.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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Train from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US

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