How much is the train ticket from Durham to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Washington start from $57. The average price for this train route is around $57. 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 Durham to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Durham to Washington is 7h 4m, covering a distance of 226 miles (364 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Durham to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Durham to Washington at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 9:27am.

Train Durham to Washington from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Durham to Washington on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 8:21 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

7h 4mAverage Duration

226 milesDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $189	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $192	Average Duration7h 4m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,673 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5673 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 $57

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, 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 Durham to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Washington start from $57. The average price for this train route is around $57. 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 Durham to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Washington is 7h 4m, covering a distance of 226 miles (364 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Durham to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Durham to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Washington at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 9:27am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/22

$53

12/23

$184

Today

$111

12/25

$80

12/26

$53

12/27

$53

12/28

$184

12/29

$53

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 22, 2025 with a price of $53

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

You can expect to pay from $53 to $184 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $53 which is on 2025-12-26.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time7h 15m	Avg Price$70	Daily Departures11
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time7h 4m	Avg Price$57	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Durham, NC, US and Washington, DC, 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 $57 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $57. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US in about 7h 4m - that's the fastest way to get there!