How to travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF45, while a flight costs an average of CHF268.

Distance: 246 miles (397 km)

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Driving

CHF74

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CHF45

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CHF268

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CHF48

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7h 59m

Average total duration

7h 29m

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7h 50m

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7h 20m

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30m

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4h 19m

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2h 19m

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4h 45m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.2 - 2.4kg

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United

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The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is a bus with an average price of CHF45.

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC:

A bus is CHF29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC costing on average CHF74.

A bus is CHF223 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC costing on average CHF268.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Greensboro, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 50m.

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Washington, DC and Greensboro, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NCĀ among Omio's users.

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from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC

How to get from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound Ā·
    7:15 AM7h20
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    2:35 PMGreensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    CHF451One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Greyhound Ā·
    7:15 AM7h20
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    2:35 PMGreensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    CHF451One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • UnitedUA4349
    12:55 PM1h19
    Dulles International Airport
    2:14 PMPiedmont Triad International Airport
    CHF3391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak79 Carolinian
    1:05 PM7h56
    Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
    9:01 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
    CHF661One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak19 Crescent
    6:30 PM5h55
    Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
    12:25 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
    CHF841One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:00 AM9h00
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    8:00 PMGreensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    CHF481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:45 PM6h05
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    4:50 AMGreensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    CHF501One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:05 AM6h45
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    3:50 PMGreensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC
    CHF511One-way
    0 transfers
  • UnitedUA4338
    5:15 PM1h19
    Dulles International Airport
    6:34 PMPiedmont Triad International Airport
    CHF3391One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA2620+piedmont airlinesAA5995
    6:17 AM3h34
    Dulles International Airport
    9:51 AMPiedmont Triad International Airport
    CHF3481One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA3133+psa airlinesAA5154
    1:23 PM3h34
    Dulles International Airport
    4:57 PMPiedmont Triad International Airport
    CHF3481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC

Travel to Greensboro, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC.

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There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Greensboro, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is a bus with an average price of CHF45.

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC:

A bus is CHF29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC costing on average CHF74.

A bus is CHF223 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC costing on average CHF268.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 19m.

Other travel options to Greensboro, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 50m.

Train takes on average 7h 59m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is approximately 246 miles (397 km).
The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is:
  • Around 46 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Washington, DC and Greensboro, NC as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in Piedmont Triad International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Greensboro, E Washington St (Greyhound Bus Station), NC.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Republic Airlines, United to go to Greensboro, NC by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Greensboro, NC by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Greensboro, NC by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Republic Airlines, United.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Greyhound.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC often also extend their vacation to go to Raleigh, NC, Charlotte, NC, Cary, NC, New York, NY, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Greensboro, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Greensboro, NC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully explore Greensboro, NC, 2 to 3 days are typically sufficient. This allows time to visit popular attractions such as the Greensboro Science Center, International Civil Rights Center & Museum, and the Greensboro Arboretum, while also enjoying local dining and shopping experiences.
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