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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Durham, NH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Durham, NH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $157. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $157, and a train costs an average of $421.
Distance: 432 miles (696 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$421 Average price | $326 Average price | $157 Average price Cheapest |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 45m Average total duration 20h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Durham, NH:
A bus is $169 (€138) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Durham, NH costing on average $326 (€267).
A bus is $264 (€216) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Durham, NH costing on average $421 (€345).
Other travel options to Durham, NH take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 2m.
Bus takes on average 20h 15m.
Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Durham, NH by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Durham, NH
Trains from Washington, DC to Durham, NH run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $421 (€345) but you can travel from only $157 (€129) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 432 miles (696 km) distance in 10h 2m.
Distance 432 miles (696 km) |
Average train duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $421 (€345) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 2m |
First train 6:20 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Washington, DC to Durham, NH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Durham, NH 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, NH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Durham, NH
Most Washington, DC to Durham, NH trains use the Union Station to Durham Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Durham, NH train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do trains to Durham, NH leave from?
Getting to Union Station from Washington city centre
Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Union Station train station facilities and services
Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Shake Shack, McDonald’s, Starbucks, Potbelly Sandwich Shop, Chopt Creative Salad Co., Chipotle Mexican Grill, Thunder Grill, Johnny Rockets, Jamba Juice, Ladurée Union Station, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak. ATMs are there are 2 ATM machines located on Level G.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00, Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Union Station: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Union Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Union Station: Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill, Phoenix Park Hotel, Kimpton George Hotel.
Which Durham, NH station do trains from Washington, DC arrive at?
Durham Station train station facilities and services
Durham Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Durham Station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Durham Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Durham Station: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Durham Station.
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