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Compare bus, train, and flight for Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, and a flight costs an average of $408.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$92 Average price | $408 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest |
12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC costing on average $92 (€75).
A bus is $333 (€273) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC costing on average $408 (€334).
Other travel options to Durham, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
Train takes on average 12h 11m.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC
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Trains from Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $92 (€75) but you can travel from only $74 (€60) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 10:12. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 12h 11m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average train duration 12h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€75) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 11m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 10:12 AM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Virginia Beach, VA 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 Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC
Most Virginia Beach, VA to Durham, NC trains use the Virginia Beach, Parks Avenue / 19th Street to Cary Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Virginia Beach, VA and Durham, NC train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Durham, NC station do trains from Virginia Beach, VA arrive at?
Getting to Durham Station from Durham city centre
Durham Station train station facilities and services
Durham Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Parker and Otis, Dame's Chicken & Waffles
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Durham Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Durham Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Durham Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham Station: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Durham Marriott City Center, 21c Museum Hotel Durham, Aloft Durham Downtown.
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