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Compare bus and train for Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $31.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price |
2h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Durham, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 18m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC
Trains from Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. 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 07:02, 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 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 7:02 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salisbury, NC and Durham, 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 Salisbury, NC to Durham, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury, NC to Durham, 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 Durham, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salisbury, NC to Durham, 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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