How much is the train ticket from Greensboro to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Greensboro to Washington start from R 1 042. The average price for this train route is around R 1 793. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Greensboro to Washington?

The average train journey time from Greensboro to Washington is 6h 18m, covering a distance of 399 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Greensboro to Washington departs at 07:29. And the latest train departs at 08:24.

Train Greensboro to Washington from R 986 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Greensboro to Washington on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Greensboro to Washington on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Greensboro to Washington on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Greensboro to Washington on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Greensboro to Washington on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Greensboro to Washington on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	Fastest
Train	07:29	Greensboro Station	6h 18m	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	08:24	Greensboro Station	8h 7m	16:31	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:21 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Greensboro to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 6 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 042, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 18mAverage duration

399 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 816 - R 3 712	Average duration8h 25m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 042 - R 17 668	Average duration6h 18m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

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

Greensboro, NC

A
Greensboro Station
234 A East Washington St , Greensboro, NC 27425
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 1 042

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Greensboro to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Greensboro to Washington start from R 1 042. The average price for this train route is around R 1 793. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Greensboro to Washington?
The average train journey time from Greensboro to Washington is 6h 18m, covering a distance of 399 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Greensboro to Washington 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 Greensboro to Washington?
The earliest train from Greensboro to Washington departs at 07:29. And the latest train departs at 08:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 2 785

11/12

R 2 785

Today

R 7 851

13/12

R 2 785

14/12

R 1 488

15/12

R 1 712

16/12

R 1 488

17/12

R 1 176

The cheapest trip from Greensboro, NC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 176

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 176 to R 11 500 for a train ticket from Greensboro, NC to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 176, which is on 2025-12-17.