The cheapest and fastest trains from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Raleigh, NC for Charlotte, NC every day 5 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 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
71 Piedmont6:302h58Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC9:28Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
77 Piedmont15:153h06Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC18:21Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
75 Piedmont12:453h10Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC15:55Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
73 Piedmont10:003h10Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC13:10Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
79 Carolinian19:153h30Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
71 Piedmont6:302h58Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC9:28Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
77 Piedmont15:153h06Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC18:21Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
75 Piedmont12:453h10Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC15:55Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
73 Piedmont10:003h10Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC13:10Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
79 Carolinian19:153h30Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. 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 £100.
Distance: 209 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £286 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m 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
Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
75 Piedmont | 12:45 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 3h10 | 15:55 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
77 Piedmont | 15:15 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 3h06 | 18:21 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
79 Carolinian | 19:15 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 3h30 | 22:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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71 Piedmont | 6:30 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 2h58 | 9:28 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
73 Piedmont | 10:00 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 3h10 | 13:10 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC
Trains from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 4:04 |
Last train 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC
- 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)
- 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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