How much is the train ticket from Burlington to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Durham start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $13. 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 Burlington to Durham?

The average train ride duration from Burlington to Durham is 38m, covering a distance of 31 miles (49 km). The quickest train can get you there in 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Burlington to Durham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Burlington to Durham?

The earliest train departs from Burlington to Durham at 8:46am. And the latest train departs at 9:52pm.

Train Burlington to Durham from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Burlington to Durham on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:37pm	Burlington Station	38m	10:15pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Burlington to Durham on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:46am	Burlington Station	37m	9:23am	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:46am	Burlington Station	37m	9:23am	Durham Station	No tags
Train	12:21pm	Burlington Station	39m	1:00pm	Durham Station	No tags
Train	4:15pm	Burlington Station	44m	4:59pm	Durham Station	No tags
Train	9:37pm	Burlington Station	38m	10:15pm	Durham Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Burlington to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

38mAverage Duration

31 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $33	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$13 - $13	Average Duration38m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5611 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 $13

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Burlington, NC, US to Durham, NC, US 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 Burlington to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Durham start from $13. The average price for this train route is around $13. 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 Burlington to Durham?
The average train ride duration from Burlington to Durham is 38m, covering a distance of 31 miles (49 km). The quickest train can get you there in 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Burlington to Durham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Burlington to Durham?
The earliest train departs from Burlington to Durham at 8:46am. And the latest train departs at 9:52pm.

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

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$11

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$11

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The cheapest trip from Burlington, NC, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $11

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

You can expect to pay from $11 to $27 for a train ticket from Burlington, NC, US to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $11 which is on 2025-11-29.

What's the cheapest way to go from Burlington, NC, US to Durham, NC, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time45m	Avg Price$33	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time38m	Avg Price$13	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between Burlington, NC, US and Durham, NC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $13 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $13. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Durham, NC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Burlington, NC, US to Durham, NC, US in about 38m - that's the fastest way to get there!