Amtrak

The Durham Amtrak station is very nice. It feels like a throwback design with wood benches and tile floors inside an old warehouse building. It’s still relatively new, having opened in 1999.
There isn’t much in the way of amenities — a few vending machines, ticket booths, and clean restrooms. It would be nice to have more, but that’s hard to expect given that trains only cross through here six times a day.
The location is great. It’s right in the middle of downtown Durham. You can walk to the Carolina Theater, DBAP, DPAC, and many restaurants.

This is a renovated station and one of the few with lounge access for a fee. Close to restaurants and shops.

I love taking the train instead of driving. It is actually not as bad as flying. You can get up and walk around and go to the food cart for something to eat. Better to bring your own though because its expensive!
I do worry about the safety of leaving my car overnight there but haven’t had any issues and the lot seems pretty well lit.
The travel time for me is just the same as it would be if I drove and there was zero traffic, plus I can drink which is obviously a no no when driving.

This Amtrak station in downtown Durham is pretty awesome. Made out of renovated Liggett warehouses in the downtown area, it gives ample space with large high ceilings, plenty of sitting space, and a nostalgic feel while being clean and modern to serve the public.
The grounds and the area meeting the trains is very nice kept and groomed. The station itself including the bathrooms appear well kept as well. I wish Raleigh had this type of Amtrak presense but I have to say the difference between Raleigh’s station and this one is night and day. It is also very strategically placed so it is within walking distance of some great downtown eateries, bars, hotels, etc. so it is a great place to come to for visiting Durham for the day (I’ve done so a few times myself even though I live within the Triangle, something about train rides bring the kid out in you).
So why not 5 stars, you say? Well I am just not that sold on the parking situation. The paved official parking area is a bit limited. So much so now that they require you to get a permit inside first if you are leaving your car at the station for any length of time. The Cary station has more parking than this station, for a bit of perspective. There is a dirt/​gravel area below right on the street but it is not sectioned off or fenced in and I don’t think I would leave my car there removed from the main station, if I could not get one of the main paved spots. A small item to be sure, but one that causes me to hold back from the perfection of the fifth star.
Bottom line: I like this station! Very clean, neat, nostalgic, and strategically located in the downtown Durham area. Despite the limited parking area, this station is a joy to use!

The train stations is amazingly beautiful. The interior incorporates elements of Durham’s tobacco warehouses and transportation hub. The staff are cheerful and helpful.
Visitors to the area note that very nearby is the tranist station for Data and TTA buses. Across the street from Amtrak is a stop for the free Bull City Connector that runs on Main Street between Golden Belt and Duke University.
There are plenty of places within walking distance to eat, shop and hangout. DPAC, The Durham Bull’s Baseball Stadium and the Carolina Theatre are within walking distance.
If you are so inclined consider bringing a bike on the train. Some trains have space for bikes. Bike lanes in Durham are expanding and many neighborhood streets are bike friendly enough. Pick up a bike map at one of the nearby bike shops.

Dropped a friend off, who quickly and easiliy got her ticket and headed off to her destination smoothly.
The station is located In one of the old tobacco buildings which inside and out is really beautiful. Lots of historical pictures of Durham along the walls. Very clean bathroom.
Much nicer location than the previous one and lots of parking. Easy entry and exit.

I haven’t ridden a train since 2009, and this was my first time visiting Durham’s new Amtrak station. It was beautiful. I loved the historical black and white pictures on the wall. It definitely made me want to ride the train again more often. (I just haven’t done so since I got a car). Beautiful new station. It made me proud to be a resident of this area.

Such an amazing improvement over the old Durham station! Really beautiful, with lots of Amtrak historical memorabilia, gleaming wood benches, and tons of natural light. If you have to wait for a train, this is a pretty nice place to do it. The bathrooms are clean and well-​stocked, the staff are helpful, and the location is easily accessible.

This is a very clean and beautiful station. No confusion easy to figure out, and the staff are helpful. Though I wish they’d had wifi.

Beautiful! Such a great train station. Retro architecture and a throwback feel makes this stop aesthetically pleasing.

The Durham stop for Amtrak is the best in the state.
Brand new, super sized with lots of seating. Decent parking (I’ve left my car there for days with no probs).
There’s a great wine bar in the same complex as well. Good for food or drinks if there’s any delays in your rail service.