The cheapest and fastest trains from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
8 h 29 m
Average duration
8 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 1 trains that leave Winston Salem, NC for Washington, DC on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 420 km distance in an average of 8 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 29 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 29 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, train, and flight for Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$101 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $349 Average price |
8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 41m Average total duration 10h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC train times
The table below shows live departures for Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:02 PM Winston Salem, NC | 8h29 | 9:31 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC
Trains from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 9h 46m.
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average train duration 7h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 9h 46m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 18:30 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Winston Salem, NC and Washington, DC from $52 (€42). 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 Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Winston Salem, NC to Washington, DC
- 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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