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The cheapest and fastest trains from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC

Showing times and prices for Jun 24

Cheapest price

$14

Average price

$14

Fastest journey

59 m

Average duration

1 h 2 m

Trains per day

Distance

81 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Greensboro, NC for Durham, NC on Tue, Jun 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jun 24 the direct trains cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .

On Tue, Jun 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.

08:54PM1h05

Greensboro, NC

09:59PMDurham, NC

$141One-way

0 transfers

01:24PM0h59

Greensboro, NC

02:23PMDurham, NC

$141One-way

0 transfers

04:59PM1h01

Greensboro, NC

06:00PMDurham, NC

$141One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€12 Average price Cheapest	€17 Average price
1h 33m Average duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 28m Average duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC train times

Showing trains for today, Monday, June 23

Last updated at 7:42 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
80 Carolinian	12:24 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC	0h59	1:23 PM Durham Station, Durham, NC	0 transfersDirect
72 Piedmont	3:59 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC	1h01	5:00 PM Durham Station, Durham, NC	0 transfersDirect
74 Piedmont	7:54 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC	1h05	8:59 PM Durham Station, Durham, NC	0 transfersDirect
76 Piedmont	10:25 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC	0h56	11:21 PM Durham Station, Durham, NC	0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, June 24
78 Piedmont	1:15 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC	1h00	2:15 AM Durham Station, Durham, NC	0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC

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Trains from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

49 miles (80 km)

Average train duration

1h 3m

Cheapest ticket price

$14 (€11)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

59m

First train

13:24

Last train

20:54

Price information

Train providers: Amtrak from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC trains

Travel between Greensboro, NC and Durham, NC from $13 (€11) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Train information from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 56 min
Cheapest Price: $13
Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC

FAQs: Travel by train from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC.

Cheap train tickets from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC can start from as little as $12 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC is $13 (€11); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC is 56 min to travel the 50 mile (80 km) long route, with around there are 5 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC leaves at 7: 02 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC leaves at 9: 20 PM.

Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

Take the Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route to Durham, NC from Greensboro, NC as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 20 PM.

A day trip to Durham, NC from Greensboro, NC is worth doing with a journey time of 56 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC by train is December.

You have options as you can travel to Durham, NC from Greensboro, NC 2 different ways: train or bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Greensboro, NC to Durham, NC

Greensboro

Durham

The major train station for departures in Greensboro is Greensboro Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Greensboro Station for your trip from Greensboro to Durham.

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