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Spartanburg to Greensboro Train Schedule

Trip Summary

You can pick from 2 daily train trips between Spartanburg and Greensboro. The average train journey from Spartanburg to Greensboro takes 4 hours and 45 minutes, but some Amtrak Crescent train trips are as short as 4 hours and 18 minutes.

	Distance	143 mi (230 km)
	Fastest train	4h 18m
	Lowest price	PLN 161.91
	Trains per day	1
	Most frequent service	Amtrak Crescent
	Train lines	2

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

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Spartanburg to Greensboro was PLN 165.51. Compared to most train fares, this is an excellent price. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 5 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around PLN 93.55 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Monthly avg. prices

You can find the lowest prices on this route during January. This time of year offers the best deals on train tickets from Spartanburg to Greensboro, with the average price at just PLN 166. Train tickets on this route are most expensive in May, when the average price goes up to PLN 291. You can still score cheap deals below this average price, though, especially if you plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.

Which train should you take from Spartanburg to Greensboro?

2 train services operate from Spartanburg to Greensboro. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	1	5h 16m	PLN 198.33
Amtrak Crescent	1	4h 19m	PLN 255.28

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 Spartanburg to Greensboro every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from PLN 169.
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 Spartanburg to Greensboro take about 4 hours and 19 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from PLN 162.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Spartanburg to Greensboro

The distance between Spartanburg and Greensboro is approximately 143 miles, or 230 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 45 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 18 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Tuesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Spartanburg to Greensboro. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Tuesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Spartanburg at 3:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 3:00am. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

Trains leave the station in Spartanburg twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Greensboro faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.

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

City Information

Spartanburg

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Spartanburg is a northern South Carolina city in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Also called The Hub City, it is a major railroad intersection that makes commuting easy. Spartanburg is located close to sandy beaches, high mountains, and the Eastern seaboard, which is ideal for nature lovers. Since it's close to the beach, you can enjoy water activities. Spartanburg offers history in the Spartanburg Regional History Museum, which displays textiles and artifacts, while the Croft State Park is best for fishing enthusiasts. Explore ponds and woodland paths, and go butterfly-watching at the Hatcher Garden.

In the Spartanburg downtown cultural district, you can visit performance venues, galleries, and the Spartanburg Art Museum with an impressive art collection. The city is also home to a vibrant food scene, with local favorites like Cribbs Kitchen and Mon Amie. Spartanburg also features craft breweries and wine bars, with the exciting Spartanburg International Festival held every year.

You can easily get to Spartanburg by bus, with routes offered Tornado Bus and Wanda Coach. There are also train routes to Spartanburg provided by Amtrak and Amtrak Crescent.

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 Spartanburg?

Main departure station: 290 Magnolia St

There is one train station in Spartanburg.

All train stations in Spartanburg:

290 Magnolia St

Where is the train station in Greensboro?

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Image credit: Warren LeMay

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Main 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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