How much is the train ticket from Durham to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Washington start at $80. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Durham to Washington?

The average train trip from Durham to Washington takes 7h 4m and covers 364 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Durham to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Washington?

The earliest train from Durham to Washington departs at 9:27am. The latest train departs at 10:12am.

Train Durham to Washington from $75 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Durham to Washington on April 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:27am	Durham Station	7h 4m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:08 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

7h 15mAverage Duration

364 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$59 - $219	Average Duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$80 - $157	Average Duration7h 4m	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,787 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5787 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $80

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Durham to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Washington start at $80. The average price for this train route is around $83. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Durham to Washington?
The average train trip from Durham to Washington takes 7h 4m and covers 364 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Durham to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Washington?
The earliest train from Durham to Washington departs at 9:27am. The latest train departs at 10:12am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04-13

$157

04-14

$78

Today

$143

04-16

$102

04-17

$102

04-18

$91

04-19

$102

04-20

$102

The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $78

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $78 to $260 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2026-04-18.