The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Charlotte, NC for Raleigh, NC every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
76 Piedmont
74 Piedmont
80 Carolinian
78 Piedmont
72 Piedmont · 3172 AMTRAK · 1072 NA
76 Piedmont
78 Piedmont
74 Piedmont
80 Carolinian
72 Piedmont · 3172 AMTRAK · 1072 NATravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, and a flight costs an average of £195.
Distance: 209 km
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3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
78 Piedmont | 01:00 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 3h07 | 04:07 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 11:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 3h20 | 15:05 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
72 Piedmont · 3172 AMTRAK · 1072 NA | 15:40 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 4h01 | 19:41 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 2 changes | |
74 Piedmont | 19:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 3h16 | 23:01 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
76 Piedmont | 22:00 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 2h59 | 00:59 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 59m |
First train 04:04 |
Last train 19:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlotte, NC and Raleigh, NC from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Charlotte, NC to Raleigh, NC train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Charlotte, NC and Raleigh, NC
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Alexander Michael's
- The King's Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Westin Charlotte
- Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- Omni Charlotte Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: CATS Bus Routes 11, 21, 22
- Light Rail: LYNX Blue Line nearby
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available in the vicinity of the station with multiple public parking options.
- The Pit Authentic BBQ
- Humble Pie
- Whiskey Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- The Raleigh Marriott City Center
- Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
- Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and boarding area
- Bus: GoRaleigh routes 6, 8, 11, 21
- R-Line (downtown circulator)
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