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Trip Summary

You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Greensboro and Salisbury. The average train journey from Greensboro to Salisbury takes 50 minutes, but some Amtrak Carolinian train trips are as short as 48 minutes.

Distance47 mi (76 km)
Fastest train0h 48m
Lowest price£8.05
Trains per day5
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Piedmont
Train lines4

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from Greensboro to Salisbury

(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

TIMBERLY

16 April 2023- Visiting friends

Amtrak Piedmont

Pros: Love traveling by train from Salisbury. Beautiful little clean train station with safe parking and was easy access on and on train. Wonderful time in Greensboro. A must do with family if you are looking for your first train trip!! Tips: Arrive 30 minutes early so you'll feel good about getting checked in then smile and sit back and relax. Staff are very helpful to guide you through the process. Very nice trip!!

4.0

UMark

22 December 2020- Solo travel

Amtrak Piedmont

Pros: Surprised: Y’all R a ‘best kept secret’. Had I known of UR professional transportation services, I would have become a ‘regular customer’ much sooner. Thx. Mark C. Cons: Continue UR consistent level of quality customer service practices. Tips: Arrive @ 20 minutes prior 2 departure.

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What is the price of a train ticket from Greensboro to Salisbury?

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Greensboro to Salisbury was £9.43. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Salisbury if you book your train tickets at least 15 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra £0.06.

Monthly average prices

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The price of a train ticket from Greensboro to Salisbury remains pretty stable, regardless of when you plan to travel. Tickets on this route usually cost £9 throughout the year.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Since the average price of train trips from Greensboro to Salisbury remains pretty consistent throughout the year, there’s no need to book your tickets too far in advance. However, we still recommend you purchase your train tickets at least 48 hours ahead of departure time to avoid surprise last-minute surges and the risk of the train selling out.

Which train should you take from Greensboro to Salisbury?

There are 4 train lines with service from Greensboro to Salisbury. Amtrak Piedmont is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak10h 49m£9.61
Amtrak Carolinian10h 48m£9.61
Amtrak Crescent10h 53m£9.76
Amtrak Piedmont20h 49m£9.61

  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Greensboro to Salisbury every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £9.

  • 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 runs an average of 1 trips per day between Greensboro and Salisbury, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 0 hours and 48 minutes.

  • 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 outlets and extra legroom. Train trips from Greensboro to Salisbury take about 0 hours and 53 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from £8.

  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Greensboro and Salisbury is approximately 47 miles, or 76 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 50 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 48 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Salisbury.

Trains departing from Greensboro to Salisbury tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Tuesday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Greensboro at 00:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Greensboro to Salisbury.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Salisbury to Greensboro.

City Information

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 bus 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 center 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.

Salisbury

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Salisbury is in the Piedmont region, just outside of Charlotte. The city is the oldest continually populated colonial town in the region, popular for its historic preservation.

Salisbury features sights for history and art buffs, including the Rowan Museum Inc, Waterworks Visual Art Center, and Boone's Cave Park. You can also enjoy the outdoors through different trails, like Dunn's Mountain Park, Hurley Park, and Salisbury Community Park. Historic locations like the National Cemetery and the Foundation, or architecture like the Hall House Museum. From the museums and arms to the family-friendly attractions, Salisbury is known to offer a balanced experience.

Salisbury has a vibrant nightlife, especially for those who like drinking wine. You can check out their vineyards, wine tours, breweries, bars, taverns, and taprooms. It also features night lounges, clubs, grills, bars, restaurants, and more. In Downtown Salisbury, you can enjoy different forms of dining and entertainment in their theater and locally owned stores, restaurants, and boutiques.

You can easily access Salisbury from 30 neighboring cities by bus, powered by bus lines like the Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, El Expreso Bus, and PandaNY Bus. You can also visit the city by train via carriers like Amtrak Crescent, Amtrak, Amtrak Carolinian, and Amtrak Piedmont.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Greensboro?

Galyon Transportation Center - GROAMT-0

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Galyon Transportation Center - GROAMT-1

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Main departure station: Galyon Transportation Center

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 restrooms. 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 bus routes, and local public transit offers service from the station to stops throughout Greensboro.

All train stations in Greensboro:

  • Galyon Transportation Center

Where is the train station in Salisbury?

Main arrival station: 215 Depot St

Salisbury has one train station.

Train stations in Salisbury:

  • 215 Depot St

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