The cheapest and fastest trains from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 3 trains that leave Burlington, NC for Charlotte, NC on Thu, May 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Thu, May 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
12:50 AM2h08Burlington, NC2:58 AMCharlotte, NC$271One-way0 transfers
6:55 PM2h00Burlington, NC8:55 PMCharlotte, NC$281One-way0 transfers
11:48 PM2h08Burlington, NC1:56 AMCharlotte, NC$281One-way0 transfers
6:55 PM2h00Burlington, NC8:55 PMCharlotte, NC$281One-way0 transfers
11:48 PM2h08Burlington, NC1:56 AMCharlotte, NC$281One-way0 transfers
12:50 AM2h08Burlington, NC2:58 AMCharlotte, NC$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. 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 bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$27 Average price | $375 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC:
A bus is $0.26 (€0.21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average $27 (€22).
A bus is $348 (€277) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average $375 (€299).
Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 58m.
Bus takes on average 3h 51m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $23 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-4.50 (€-3.59). The journey takes 1h 58m versus 1h 46m 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.
Live departures
Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
73 Piedmont | 11:08 AM Burlington Station, Burlington, NC | 2h02 | 1:10 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
75 Piedmont | 1:55 PM Burlington Station, Burlington, NC | 2h00 | 3:55 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
77 Piedmont | 4:26 PM Burlington Station, Burlington, NC | 1h55 | 6:21 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
79 Carolinian | 8:37 PM Burlington Station, Burlington, NC | 2h08 | 10:45 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
![]() | 12:50 AM Burlington, NC | 2h08 | 2:58 AM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC
Trains from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€21) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 12:32 AM |
Last train 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Burlington, NC and Charlotte, NC from $27 (€21). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burlington, 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
Popular train stations from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Grill 584
- Village Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Courtyard by Marriott Burlington
- Drury Inn & Suites Burlington
- Best Western Plus Burlington
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Link Transit
- Taxi services available
- 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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