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How to get to Greensboro by train
- Routes
- 44
- Trips per day
- 115
- train lines
- 5
- Stations
- 1
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About Greensboro
Consisting mostly of industrial buildings, Greensboro is the type of city that only reveals its charm to those who have given it time. Head over to the Colonial Heritage Center to learn more about the life of the colonists during the first days of the country. The relics here, including the most outstanding collection of colonial-era maps in the country, will certainly leave you satisfied. One of the highlights of the city is the Old Greensborough quarter, which serves as a living time capsule for fans of history. The quarter also hosts some of the best establishments in town, so don’t hesitate to unwind and enjoy a quick bite at a local restaurant. When you need to retreat from the crowd, the Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden and Bog Garden, which features artful sculptures, will be a great choice.
Greensboro’s food scene is expanding rapidly and Table 16 is one of the most famous stars of this burgeoning food scene. The menu incorporates locally-grown produce as well as seasonal dishes whenever possible, making it a great place to try out local staples.
Depending on the coach carrier you are going to travel with, there are several bus stops around Greensboro that you could end up departing from or arriving at. The main Amtrak train station in town is the J. Douglas Galyon Depot located in the centre of the city. Greensboro is served by Amtrak’s Carolinian, Crescent and Piedmont lines. The airport serving the city is Piedmont Triad International Airport, which is located in Guilford County.
Station Information

Built in 1927 as the Greensboro Southern Railway Depot, the Galyon Transportation Center is an intermodal transit facility in Greensboro. An imposing columned entry opens to an airy station with indoor seating, vending machines, and toilets. Three Amtrak trains serve the iconic station: the Crescent from New Orleans to New York, the Piedmont from Charlotte to Raleigh, and the Carolinian from Charlotte to New York. In addition, FlixBus US stops at the station on several intercity coach routes, and local public transit offers service from the station to stops throughout Greensboro.
Popular train stations in Greensboro:
- Galyon Transportation Center
What train companies travel to Greensboro, NC?
Located in North Carolina, Greensboro is accessible by train from 44 other cities. You can choose from 115 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Greensboro on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Coach tickets to Greensboro are also available.
Train companies serving Greensboro
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 187 | 12 hrs, 3 mins | €131.67 |
| Amtrak Piedmont | 8 | 1 hr, 20 mins | €16.07 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 24 | 6 hrs, 41 mins | €68.31 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 31 | 6 hrs, 54 mins | €123.60 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 4 | 1 hr, 14 mins | €13.50 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
To accommodate a growing demand for additional train services in North Carolina, the Amtrak Piedmont was established in 1995, offering connections between Charlotte and Raleigh. The route consists of nine stops, with a complete end-to-end trip taking around three hours. The Amtrak Piedmont runs three times daily in either direction. Each train offers WiFi, lavatories, business and coach class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers never have to go hungry.
The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian boasts seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power sockets, and snacks available in the Café car.
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power sockets and extra legroom.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes travelling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power sockets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Which train carrier has the best service to Greensboro?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to Greensboro by train with Amtrak Piedmont, giving it a 4.9 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak Crescent had the most comfortable train service to Greensboro, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Crescent at 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in Greensboro punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to Greensboro, rating it 4.9 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
€3.57 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Greensboro, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Greensboro. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Greensboro was €6.54.
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The main train station in Greensboro is Galyon Transportation Center. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Greensboro.
The closest airport to Greensboro is Piedmont Triad Intl Airport (GSO), located 8.3 miles from the city centre of Greensboro.
Greensboro ranks number 3 among the most popular train destinations in North Carolina. Greensboro ranks number 44 among train destinations in the country. Greensboro ranks number 5 in North Carolina by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 79 direct train schedules arriving in Greensboro each day.
The population of Greensboro is 285,342. It ranks number 3 by population in North Carolina. It ranks number 47 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Greensboro, under 60 miles, can cost as little as €3.57. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Greensboro starts at €9.82. A longer trip by train to Greensboro can be as cheap as €49.99. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as €23.21.
People who take the train to Greensboro are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent services, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Greensboro easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of Greensboro is Galyon Transportation Center, located just 0.3 miles away. Select Galyon Transportation Center as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Greensboro. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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