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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Durham Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Durham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Durham Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall | Durham Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 955, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5636 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 1 364
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Durham, NC, 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 New York City to Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from New York City to Durham start from R 1 364. The average price for this train route is around R 2 044. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New York City to Durham?
The average train journey time from New York City to Durham is 10h 57m, covering a distance of 680 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New York City to Durham 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 New York City to Durham?
The earliest train from New York City to Durham departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:23.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 955To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to Durham, NC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 955 to R 7 022 for a train ticket from New York City to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 681, which is on 2025-12-13.
