How much is the train ticket from Durham to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Washington start at $79. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Durham to Washington?

The average train trip from Durham to Washington takes 7h 4m and covers 364 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Durham to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Washington?

The earliest train from Durham to Washington departs at 9:27am. The latest train departs at 10:12am.

Train Durham to Washington from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Durham to Washington on March 19
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
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on March 20
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
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on March 21
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
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on March 22
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
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on March 23
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
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on March 25
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
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on March 26
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
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:46 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

375 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $154	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$79 - $119	Average Duration7h 4m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,771 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5771 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $79

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at $79. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Durham to Washington?
The average train trip from Durham to Washington takes 7h 4m and covers 364 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Washington?
The earliest train from Durham to Washington departs at 9:27am. The latest train departs at 10:12am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03-17

$99

03-18

$99

Today

$116

03-20

$209

03-21

$113

03-22

$150

03-23

$116

03-24

No data

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Mar 17, 2026 with a price of $99

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 $99 to $259 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 $113 which is on 2026-03-21.