Train from Washington, DC, US to Burlington, NC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Burlington on April 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Burlington StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Burlington StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:31 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Burlington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Burlington. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just NZ$191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
5hAverage Duration
240 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average PriceNZ$191 - NZ$191Average Duration5h
10kg CO₂e
Average PriceNZ$102 - NZ$335Average Duration7h 31m
34kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Burlington, NC, US by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Burlington?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Burlington start from NZ$102. The average price for this train route is around NZ$132. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Washington to Burlington?

    The average train ride duration from Washington to Burlington is 7h 31m, covering a distance of 235 miles (379 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Washington to Burlington route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Burlington?

    The earliest train departs from Washington to Burlington at 1:05pm. And the latest train departs at 1:05pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/24
NZ$285
04/25
NZ$185
Today
NZ$285
04/27
NZ$112
04/28
NZ$112
04/29
NZ$112
04/30
NZ$143
05/01
NZ$185
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Burlington, NC, US was searched and found on Apr 27, 2026 with a price of NZ$112

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 Burlington, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NZ$112 to NZ$321 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Burlington, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$112 which is on 2026-04-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Burlington, NC, US?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US and Burlington, NC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost NZ$132 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from NZ$102. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Burlington, NC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Burlington, NC, US in about 5h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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