The cheapest and fastest trains from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 27 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greensboro, 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 Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 6 trains that leave Greensboro, NC for Charlotte, NC every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 40 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.
79 Carolinian21:051h40Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
75 Piedmont14:201h35Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC15:55Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
77 Piedmont16:511h30Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC18:21Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
73 Piedmont11:351h35Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC13:10Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
71 Piedmont8:011h27Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC9:28Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
71 Piedmont8:011h27Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC9:28Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
77 Piedmont16:511h30Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC18:21Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
75 Piedmont14:201h35Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC15:55Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
73 Piedmont11:351h35Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC13:10Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
79 Carolinian21:051h40Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £17, and a coach costs an average of £14.
Distance: 134 km
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC trains for today, Monday 4 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 19:20 Greensboro, NC | 1h35 | 20:55 Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:51 Greensboro, NC | 1h30 | 23:21 Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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19 Crescent | 0:32 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h58 | 2:30 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
71 Piedmont | 8:01 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h27 | 9:28 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
73 Piedmont | 11:35 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h35 | 13:10 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC
Trains from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 134 km distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 134 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 0:32 |
Last train 20:34 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greensboro, NC and Charlotte, NC from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, NC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greensboro, NC to Charlotte, 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 Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Greensboro, NC and Charlotte, NC
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available around the station.
- Lindley Park Filling Station
- Crafted: The Art of the Taco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Proximity Hotel
- O.Henry Hotel
- Marriott Greensboro Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services are accessible
- 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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