The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham, NC to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£153
Average price
£153
Fastest journey
11 h 8 m
Average duration
11 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
676 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NC to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham, NC to New York, NY will cost around £153 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £153.
Of the 1 trains that leave Durham, NC for New York, NY every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 676 km distance in an average of 11 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 8 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.
80 Carolinian
80 CarolinianTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Durham, NC to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 676 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£154 Average Price | £84 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price |
11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 45m Average total duration 12h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Durham, NC to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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80 Carolinian | 13:27 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 11h08 | 00:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham, NC to New York, NY
Trains from Durham, NC to New York, NY run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 676 km distance in 10h 48m.
Distance 676 km |
Average train duration 11h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 48m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Durham, NC to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Durham, NC and New York, NY from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham, NC to New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NC to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham, NC and New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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