The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
12 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC will cost around $170 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
Of the 3 trains that leave Washington, DC for Salisbury, NC on Sun, May 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 470 km distance in an average of 12 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 22 h 41 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.
11:08 AM8h56Washington, DC8:04 PMSalisbury, NC$1611One-way0 transfers
6:30 PM6h55Washington, DC1:25 AMSalisbury, NC$1611One-way0 transfers
1:43 PM22h41Washington, DC12:24 PMSalisbury, NC$1871One-way1 transfer
6:30 PM6h55Washington, DC1:25 AMSalisbury, NC$1611One-way0 transfers
11:08 AM8h56Washington, DC8:04 PMSalisbury, NC$1611One-way0 transfers
1:43 PM22h41Washington, DC12:24 PMSalisbury, NC$1871One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $120. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $120, and a flight costs an average of $388.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$120 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price | $403 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC costing on average $122 (€99).
A train is $284 (€229) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC costing on average $403 (€326).
Other travel options to Salisbury, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 41m.
Bus takes on average 10h 18m.
Tickets start at around $120 (€97) compared to roughly $69 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-51.05 (€-41.23). The journey takes 8h 41m versus 5h 25m 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
Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:08 AM Washington, DC | 8h56 | 8:04 PM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Washington, DC | 22h41 | 12:24 PM Salisbury, NC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Washington, DC | 6h55 | 1:25 AM Salisbury, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC
Trains from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $120 (€97) but you can travel from only $78 (€63) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 8h 56m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average train duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€97) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 56m |
First train 6:17 AM |
Last train 6:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Salisbury, NC from $78 (€63). 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 Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington, DC to Salisbury, NC
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- 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
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
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