The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 31 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, NC will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Durham, NC for Winston Salem, NC on Fri, Mar 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 43 m 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 bus and train for Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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$25 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC trains for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:32 PM Durham, NC | 2h43 | 6:15 PM Winston Salem, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC
Trains from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 2h 43m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 18:17 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Busiest day Wed |
Least busy day Wed |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Durham, NC and Winston Salem, NC from $20 (€16). 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 Winston Salem, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Durham, NC to Winston Salem, 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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