How much is the train ticket from Washington to Salisbury?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Salisbury start from MAD 648. The average price for this train route is around MAD 922. 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 Washington to Salisbury?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Salisbury is 8h 48m, covering a distance of 293 miles (472 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Washington to Salisbury route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Washington to Salisbury at 1:05pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Salisbury from MAD 615 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Salisbury on May 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	6h 55m	1:25am	Salisbury, NC	CheapestFastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 3m	10:08pm	Salisbury, NC	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	6h 55m	1:25am	Salisbury, NC	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Salisbury on May 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	8h 48m	9:53pm	Salisbury, NC	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	6h 55m	1:25am	Salisbury, NC	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	8h 48m	9:53pm	Salisbury, NC	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	6h 55m	1:25am	Salisbury, NC	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:12 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Salisbury

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Salisbury. The journey takes about 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 555, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

10h 5mAverage Duration

295 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 555 - MAD 1,614	Average Duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 648 - MAD 2,057	Average Duration8h 48m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,806 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5806 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 MAD 648

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Salisbury, 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.

How much is the train ticket from Washington to Salisbury?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Salisbury start from MAD 648. The average price for this train route is around MAD 922. 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 Washington to Salisbury?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Salisbury is 8h 48m, covering a distance of 293 miles (472 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Salisbury route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Washington to Salisbury?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Salisbury at 1:05pm. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/17

No data

05/18

MAD 1,759

Today

MAD 1,135

05/20

MAD 1,012

05/21

MAD 1,759

05/22

MAD 1,759

05/23

MAD 653

05/24

MAD 710

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Salisbury, NC, US was searched and found on May 23, 2026 with a price of MAD 653

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 Salisbury, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MAD 653 to MAD 5,872 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Salisbury, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 653 which is on 2026-05-23.