How much is the train ticket from Washington to Durham?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Durham start at $80. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Durham?

The average train trip from Washington to Durham takes 6h 50m and covers 364 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Durham 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 Washington to Durham?

The earliest train from Washington to Durham departs at 11:09am. The latest train departs at 1:05pm.

Train Washington to Durham from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Durham on May 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Durham on May 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Durham on May 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Durham on June 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Durham on June 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Durham on June 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Durham on June 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:05pm	Union Station	6h 50m	7:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:37 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Durham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

368 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $195	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$80 - $241	Average Duration6h 50m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,809 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5809 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 $80

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Durham start at $80. The average price for this train route is around $88. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Durham?
The average train trip from Washington to Durham takes 6h 50m and covers 364 km. The quickest train gets you there in 6h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Durham 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 Washington to Durham?
The earliest train from Washington to Durham departs at 11:09am. The latest train departs at 1:05pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05-26

$91

05-27

$176

Today

$150

05-29

$176

05-30

$150

05-31

$176

06-01

$116

06-02

$102

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on May 26, 2026 with a price of $91

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 $91 to $260 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 $102 which is on 2026-06-02.