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Routes | 23 |
Trips per day | 53 |
train lines | 4 |
Stations | 1 |
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About Durham
Durham is a little treasure cove for all fans of history and the United States’ heritage. The first and foremost thing you should try out is go on a hike on one of the city’s iconic trails. For a more traditional hiking experience, try the Eno River Trail. If you wish to enjoy a more unique experience, the American Tobacco Trail will be a better choice, as it follows the old CSX railroad. For those who want to explore the city’s rich history, check out the Stagville Plantation, which is now a museum dedicated to the city’s antebellum history, offering a unique historical perspective.
Durham’s food scene is vibrant and exciting. Fans of seafood will definitely be amazed at how fresh and delicious the seafood at Mateo Bar de Tapas is. If you wish to try out Italian eats with a twist, check out Devil’s Pizzeria & Restaurant.
The main bus station is the Transportation Center located at 515 W Pettigrew St in Downtown Durham. From there, you can take a bus to New York, Richmond, Washington D.C., and dozens of other destinations across the country. The main Amtrak train station in Durham is located around the corner from the bus stop at 601 W Main St. Durham is served by Amtrak’s Carolinian and Piedmont lines. The city’s air services are handled by the Raleigh-Durham International Airport, 12 miles southeast of the city.
Station Information
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Link to image attributionIn Durham, Amtrak’s train station is at 601 W Main St, in a historic brick warehouse originally constructed in 1897. The Carolinian line from Charlotte to New York and the Piedmont line from Charlotte to Raleigh both stop at this station in Durham. Inside the station, passengers are greeted by high ceilings (this was once a warehouse, after all!) and can find restrooms, long benches for seating, and Amtrak staff. The same building also hosts an Italian restaurant and pool hall around the corner, and several more restaurants are within a one-block walk. You can even check out the Museum of Durham History on Main St, too. The Durham Amtrak station is located in the city center, close to Duke University and Durham Bulls Athletic Park.
Popular train stations in Durham:
601 W Main St
What train companies travel to Durham, North Carolina?
Located in North Carolina, Durham is accessible by train from 23 other cities. You can choose from 53 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Durham on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Durham are also available.
Train companies serving Durham
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 119 | 5h 16m | $44.27 |
Amtrak Carolinian | 23 | 4h 4m | $51.64 |
Amtrak Piedmont | 8 | 1h 42m | $19.46 |
Amtrak Northeast Regional | 2 | 0h 20m | $7.32 |
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.
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 outlets, and snacks available in the Café car.
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 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 traveling 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 outlets, 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 Durham?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Durham by train with Amtrak Piedmont giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak had the most comfortable train service to Durham taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak offers. They rate Amtrak a 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Durham punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Durham, rating them a 4.8 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Durham is 601 W Main St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Durham.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Charlotte | 2h 33m | $28.14 |
Raleigh | 0h 32m | $9.33 |
Cary | 0h 18m | $7.06 |
Greensboro | 1h 0m | $11.06 |
Burlington | 0h 39m | $10.09 |
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