The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 2 trains that leave Durham, NC for Charlotte, NC every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Charlotte, 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 train which can get you there in 2h 38m. 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 £131.
Distance: 195 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £269 Average Price |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
71 Piedmont | 12:02 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 2h26 | 14:28 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
73 Piedmont | 14:07 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 2h43 | 16:50 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
77 Piedmont | 21:32 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 2h34 | 00:06 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
79 Carolinian | 23:14 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 2h52 | 02:06 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 04:04 |
Last train 19:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Durham, NC and Charlotte, NC from £19. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham, NC and Charlotte, NC
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Parker and Otis
- Dame's Chicken & Waffles
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Durham Marriott City Center
- 21c Museum Hotel Durham
- Aloft Durham Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: GoDurham buses available
- Amtrak Thruway buses
- 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
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