The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
165 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham, NC to Kannapolis, 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 Kannapolis, NC will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 1 trains that leave Durham, NC for Kannapolis, NC every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 165 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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 Kannapolis, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £137.
Distance: 165 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £264 Average Price |
2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
71 Piedmont | 12:02 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 1h56 | 13:58 Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
73 Piedmont | 15:32 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 2h09 | 17:41 Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
75 Piedmont | 18:17 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 2h09 | 20:26 Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
79 Carolinian | 23:04 Durham Station, Durham, NC | 2h18 | 01:22 Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC
Trains from Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:02, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 165 km distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 165 km |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 07:02 |
Last train 20:22 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Durham, NC and Kannapolis, NC from £18. 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 Kannapolis, NC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Durham, NC to Kannapolis, NC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kannapolis, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham, NC and Kannapolis, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with designated spots for Amtrak passengers.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single main hall with access to the platform and waiting area.
- Bus: Local bus services available
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