The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC
Cheapest price
£136
Average price
£312
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 27 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
397 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC will cost around £312 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £136.
Of the 2 trains that leave Washington, DC for Greensboro, NC every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 397 km distance in an average of 7 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 59 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 train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £168.
Distance: 397 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£89 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £282 Average Price |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79 Carolinian | 16:08 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 8h04 | 00:12 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC
Trains from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:01, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 397 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 397 km |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 07:01 |
Last train 18:30 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington, DC and Greensboro, NC from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Washington, DC to Greensboro, NC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Washington, DC and Greensboro, NC
- 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
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
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