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Salisbury to Greensboro Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Salisbury to Greensboro?
There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Salisbury to Greensboro.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceRON 169.60 | Avg. PriceRON 59.35 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration1h 5m | Duration0h 55m |
Trip Summary
5 trains operate daily from Salisbury to Greensboro. The train trip from Salisbury to Greensboro is usually about 54 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Piedmont train can get you there in as little as 51 minutes.
| Distance | 47 mi (76 km) |
| Fastest train | 0h 51m |
| Lowest price | RON 42.91 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Piedmont |
| Train lines | 4 |
Train service from Salisbury to Greensboro
- Amtrak tickets: RON 43 one-way
- Amtrak Carolinian tickets: RON 60 one-way
- Amtrak Crescent tickets: RON 43 one-way
- Amtrak Piedmont tickets: RON 60 one-way
What is the price of a train ticket from Salisbury to Greensboro?
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Salisbury to Greensboro was RON 57.63. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to Greensboro if you book your train tickets at least 10 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra RON 2.45.
Average train ticket prices from Salisbury to Greensboro by month
Which train should you take from Salisbury to Greensboro?
There are 4 train lines with service from Salisbury to Greensboro. Amtrak Piedmont is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 3 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 38m | RON 42.91 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 0h 53m | RON 60.08 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 1h 5m | RON 59.56 |
| Amtrak Piedmont | 3 | 0h 51m | RON 60.08 |
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 Salisbury to Greensboro every day, as well as 0 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 43.
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 Salisbury and Greensboro, 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 53 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 Salisbury to Greensboro take about 1 hours and 5 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from RON 43.
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 about traveling by train from Salisbury to Greensboro
Trains from Salisbury to Greensboro are the most crowded on Wednesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Salisbury at 6:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 Salisbury to Greensboro.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Greensboro to Salisbury.
City Information
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 arts 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.
The closest major airport is the Charlotte International Airport. 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 with the Amtrak Crescent, Amtrak Carolinian, and Amtrak Piedmont.
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Salisbury?
Main departure station: 215 Depot St
There is one train station in Salisbury.
All train stations in Salisbury:
215 Depot St
Where is the train station in Greensboro?
Image credit: Warren LeMay
Link to image attribution
Image credit: Warren LeMay
Link to image attributionMain arrival 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
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