Trains tickets from Greensboro (NC) to Washington (DC), US

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Tue10 Jun
from US$104
Wed11 Jun
Thu12 Jun
from US$112
Fri13 Jun
Sat14 Jun
from US$112
Sun15 Jun
Mon16 Jun
from US$135
Tue17 Jun

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 12 June at
    Departure city: Greensboro
    Departure location: Greensboro Station
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 12 June at
    Departure city: Greensboro
    Departure location: Greensboro Station
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 June at
    Departure city: Greensboro
    Departure location: Greensboro Station
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 June at
    Departure city: Greensboro
    Departure location: Greensboro Station
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 12 June at
    Departure city: Greensboro
    Departure location: Greensboro Station
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Greensboro to Washington

Bus
Average priceUS$38 - US$149Average duration7h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$59 - US$168Average duration8h 7m
36kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Greensboro to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
7h 45mAverage duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Greensboro to Washington: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$104
Average train trip duration8h 7m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure07:29
Distance248 miles
Latest train departure08:24

Greensboro to Washington Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Greensboro (NC) - Washington (DC), US

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

    The average train ticket price from Greensboro to Washington is US$104. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Greensboro to Washington 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 train trip from Greensboro to Washington?

    A train trip between Greensboro and Washington is around 8h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 247 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Greensboro and Washington?

    The number of trains from Greensboro to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Greensboro to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/06
US$161
07/06
US$137
Today
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09/06
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10/06
US$99
11/06
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12/06
US$107
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Greensboro to Washington was searched and found on 10 Jun 2025 with a price of US$99

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

You can expect to pay from US$99 to US$583 for a train ticket from Greensboro to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$99, which is on 2025-06-10.

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 Greensboro and Washington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Washington.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Washington you take, 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 Greensboro and Washington, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Greensboro to Washington and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, 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 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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Train from Washington to Greensboro

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