How much is the train ticket from Salisbury to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Salisbury to Washington start from $77. The average price for this train route is around $152. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Salisbury to Washington?

The average train ride duration from Salisbury to Washington is 9h 3m, covering a distance of 293 miles (472 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Salisbury to Washington route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salisbury to Washington?

The earliest train departs from Salisbury to Washington at 6:17am. And the latest train departs at 7:28am.

Train Salisbury to Washington from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Salisbury to Washington on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:17am	Salisbury, NC	7h 30m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:28am	Salisbury, NC	9h 3m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:17am	Salisbury, NC	7h 30m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	7:28am	Salisbury, NC	9h 3m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:17am	Salisbury, NC	7h 30m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Salisbury to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

10h 10mAverage Duration

290 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $243	Average Duration10h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$77 - $737	Average Duration9h 3m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $77

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salisbury, NC, US to Washington, DC, 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 Salisbury to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Salisbury to Washington start from $77. The average price for this train route is around $152. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salisbury to Washington?
The average train ride duration from Salisbury to Washington is 9h 3m, covering a distance of 293 miles (472 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salisbury to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Salisbury to Washington?
The earliest train departs from Salisbury to Washington at 6:17am. And the latest train departs at 7:28am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$145

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$209

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$63

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The cheapest trip from Salisbury, NC, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $63

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

You can expect to pay from $63 to $542 for a train ticket from Salisbury, NC, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $63 which is on 2025-12-12.