The cheapest and fastest trains from Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 trains that leave Winston Salem, NC for Durham, NC on Sat, Nov 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 38 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 28 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €21, and a bus costs an average of €17.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC trains for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:17 PM Winston Salem, NC | 3h58 | 2:15 AM Durham, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, November 29 | |||||
![]() | 10:45 AM Winston Salem, NC | 2h38 | 1:23 PM Durham, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC
Trains from Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 18:17. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 3h 58m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 58m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 18:17 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Winston Salem, NC and Durham, NC from $21 (€17). 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 Winston Salem, NC to Durham, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winston Salem, 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 Winston Salem, 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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