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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Greensboro start from £47. The average price for this train route is around £70. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Greensboro?

The average train journey time from Washington to Greensboro is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 248 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Greensboro route?

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

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

The earliest train from Washington to Greensboro departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Greensboro from £44 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Greensboro on 18 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Greensboro on 19 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	Fastest
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Greensboro on 20 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	Fastest
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Greensboro on 21 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	Fastest
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Greensboro on 22 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	Fastest
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Greensboro on 23 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	Fastest
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Greensboro on 24 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	Fastest
Train	12:10	Union Station	8h 4m	20:14	Greensboro Station	No tags
Train	18:30	Union Station	5h 55m	00:25	Greensboro Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Greensboro

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Greensboro. The journey takes about 5 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

5h 55mAverage duration

248 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£34 - £186	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£47 - £783	Average duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Greensboro, NC?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Greensboro, NC

A
Greensboro Station
234 A East Washington St , Greensboro, NC 27425
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5740 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 £47

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Greensboro, NC by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Greensboro?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Greensboro start from £47. The average price for this train route is around £70. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Greensboro?
The average train journey time from Washington to Greensboro is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 248 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Greensboro route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Greensboro?
The earliest train from Washington to Greensboro departs at 11:08. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/01

£124

17/01

£66

Today

£66

19/01

£99

20/01

£66

21/01

£53

22/01

£66

23/01

£66

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Greensboro, NC was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 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 Washington, DC, US to Greensboro, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £53 to £348 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Greensboro, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £53, which is on 2026-01-21.