How to get to Raleigh, NC from Kannapolis, NC

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Compare train, coach and flight for Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £432.

Distance: 182 km

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£24

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£432

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£36

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£19

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3h 18m

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2h 48m

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4h 37m

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4h 21m

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3h 51m

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2h 13m

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0.5 - 1.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC is a train with an average price of £24.

This is compared to other travel options from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC:

A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average £36.

A train is £407 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average £432.

The fastest way to travel from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC is by train with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 21m.

Flight takes on average 4h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kannapolis, NC and Raleigh, NC including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £24 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.59. The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC

How to get to Raleigh, NC from Kannapolis, NC by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak78
    21:543h09
    Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC
    1:03Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    £261One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Amtrak78
    21:543h09
    Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC
    1:03Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    £261One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA2704
    13:500h56
    Douglas International Airport
    14:46Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    £3321One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Amtrak76
    18:403h11
    Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC
    21:51Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Amtrak80
    7:103h20
    Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC
    10:30Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Amtrak72 · 3172
    11:554h13
    Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC
    16:08Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    £261One-way
    1 change
  • American AirlinesAA1897
    12:100h56
    Douglas International Airport
    13:06Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    £3321One-way
    0 changes
  • American AirlinesAA1894
    15:580h56
    Douglas International Airport
    16:54Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    £3321One-way
    0 changes
  • American AirlinesAA2688
    10:200h56
    Douglas International Airport
    11:16Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    £3321One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC

Travel to Raleigh, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC.

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There are 3 options to travel between Kannapolis, NC and Raleigh, NC including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC is a train with an average price of £24.

This is compared to other travel options from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC:

A train is £12 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average £36.

A train is £407 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC costing on average £432.

The fastest way to travel from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC is by train with an average journey time of 3h 18m.

Other travel options to Raleigh, NC take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 21m.

Flight takes on average 4h 37m.

The Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC distance is approximately 182 km.
The average frequency per day from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kannapolis, NC and Raleigh, NC as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Douglas International Airport and arrive in Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC and arrive in Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Salisbury, Andrews St / N Long St (Citgo) and arrive in Raleigh, Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound to go to Raleigh, NC by coach.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Raleigh, NC by train.
  • Travel with American Airlines, Republic Airlines, psa airlines to go to Raleigh, NC by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with Greyhound.
  • 4 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 8 direct flights per day with American Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, Miami, FL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Raleigh, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Kannapolis, NC to Raleigh, NC, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Raleigh, NC, visitors can explore a variety of attractions such as the Raleigh City Market, which offers a historic marketplace with shops, dining, and events. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the JC Raulston Arboretum, featuring a diverse collection of plants and themed gardens. Families can visit the Marbles Kids Museum for interactive exhibits designed for children or head to Adventure Landing, a fun amusement park with mini-golf, go-karts, and arcade games. Music lovers might appreciate a concert at the Red Hat Amphitheater. Additionally, some of the best sights include the North Carolina Museum of Art with its extensive art collection and outdoor sculpture park, Pullen Park with playgrounds and a carousel, and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, which offers educational exhibits on natural history. For outdoor activities, William B. Umstead State Park provides hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, while Historic Yates Mill County Park offers scenic trails and a restored 18th-century gristmill.
To fully experience Raleigh, NC, three to four days are ideal. This allows time to explore its vibrant arts scene, visit the museums, enjoy local dining, and discover the area's parks and historical sites.

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