The cheapest and fastest trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Cheapest price
$251
Average price
$301
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 20 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
725 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC will cost around $301 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $251.
Of the 3 trains that leave Penn Station, New York, NY for Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC on Thu, Jun 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 725 km distance in an average of 12 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 13 h 57 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.
79 Carolinian7:04 AM13h57Penn Station, New York, NY9:01 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$2511One-way0 transfers
19 Crescent2:00 PM10h25Penn Station, New York, NY12:25 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$3001One-way0 transfers
141 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian8:23 AM12h38Penn Station, New York, NY9:01 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$3541One-way1 transfer
19 Crescent2:00 PM10h25Penn Station, New York, NY12:25 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$3001One-way0 transfers
141 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian8:23 AM12h38Penn Station, New York, NY9:01 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$3541One-way1 transfer
79 Carolinian7:04 AM13h57Penn Station, New York, NY9:01 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$2511One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a flight costs an average of $198.
Distance: 450 miles (725 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$242 Average price | $89 Average price Cheapest | $333 Average price | $133 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 59m Average total duration 12h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 37m Average total duration 12h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC:
A bus is $153 (€124) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC costing on average $242 (€196).
A bus is $244 (€197) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC costing on average $333 (€269).
Other travel options to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 7m.
Train takes on average 12h 29m.
Tickets start at around $242 (€196) compared to roughly $133 (€108) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-108.72 (€-87.83). The journey takes 12h 29m versus 8h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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79 Carolinian | 7:04 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 13h57 | 9:01 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
141 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian | 8:23 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 12h38 | 9:01 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1 transfer | |
19 Crescent | 2:00 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 10h25 | 12:25 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Trains from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $110 (€89) but you can travel from only $69 (€56) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:23, the last at 19:00. The fastest train covers the 450 miles (725 km) distance in 10h 25m.
Distance 450 miles (725 km) |
Average train duration 12h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€89) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 10h 25m |
First train 3:23 AM |
Last train 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Penn Station, New York, NY and Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC from $69 (€56). 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 Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, 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 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Penn Station, New York, NY to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible


