The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
1 h 52 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 4 trains that leave Durham, NC for Salisbury, NC on Mon, Dec 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 52 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €20, and a bus costs an average of €21.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:04 PM Durham, NC | 2h00 | 8:04 PM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
![]() | 10:32 AM Durham, NC | 1h52 | 12:24 PM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:32 PM Durham, NC | 1h52 | 3:24 PM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:47 PM Durham, NC | 1h53 | 5:40 PM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC
Trains from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 07:28 |
Last train 20:22 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Durham, NC and Salisbury, NC from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salisbury, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Durham, NC to Salisbury, NC
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Parker and Otis
- Dame's Chicken & Waffles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Durham Marriott City Center
- 21c Museum Hotel Durham
- Aloft Durham Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: GoDurham buses available
- Amtrak Thruway buses
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