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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$34

Average price

$34

Fastest journey

2 h 46 m

Average duration

2 h 59 m

Trains per day

Distance

197 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cary, 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 Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Cary, NC for Charlotte, NC on Thu, Jun 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .

On Thu, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 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.

79 Carolinian

06:33PM3h18

Cary Station, Cary, NC

09:51PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC

$341One-way

0 transfers

75 Piedmont

12:57PM2h58

Cary Station, Cary, NC

03:55PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC

$341One-way

0 transfers

73 Piedmont

10:12AM2h58

Cary Station, Cary, NC

01:10PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC

$341One-way

0 transfers

77 Piedmont

03:27PM2h54

Cary Station, Cary, NC

06:21PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC

$341One-way

0 transfers

71 Piedmont

06:42AM2h46

Cary Station, Cary, NC

09:28AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC

$341One-way

0 transfers

Live departures

Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, June 18

Last updated at 9:39 AM

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
71 Piedmont	10:42 AM Cary Station, Cary, NC	2h46	1:28 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC	0 transfersDirect
73 Piedmont	2:12 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC	2h58	5:10 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC	0 transfersDirect
75 Piedmont	4:57 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC	2h58	7:55 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC	0 transfersDirect
77 Piedmont	7:27 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC	2h54	10:21 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC	0 transfersDirect
79 Carolinian	10:33 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC	3h18	1:51 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC	0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC

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Trains from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

121 miles (196 km)

Average train duration

2h 34m

Cheapest ticket price

$35 (€28)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 26m

First train

12:02

Last train

23:04

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC trains

Travel to Charlotte, NC from Cary, NC from $33 (€27) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to Charlotte, NC from Cary, NC, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Train information from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 2 h 46 min
Cheapest Price: $33
Amtrak frequency: 3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC

FAQs: Travel by train from Cary, NC to Charlotte, 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 Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC.

Cheap train tickets from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC can start from as little as $31 (€25) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC is $33 (€27); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC is 2 h 26 min to travel the 122 mile (196 km) long journey, with around there are 6 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC leaves at 5: 31 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC leaves at 7: 45 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC without having to change trains with Amtrak. There are 5 direct trains from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Charlotte, NC. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Cary, NC and Charlotte, NC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 45 PM.

A trip to Charlotte, NC from Cary, NC is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 26 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC by train is December.

You have options as you can travel between Cary, NC and Charlotte, NC 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Cary, NC to Charlotte, NC

Cary

Charlotte

The major train station for departures in Cary is Cary Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cary Station for your trip from Cary to Charlotte.

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