The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 5 trains that leave Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC for Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC on Sun, May 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 131 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.
76 Piedmont5:05 PM1h23Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC6:28 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian6:45 AM1h35Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC8:20 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
74 Piedmont2:20 PM1h32Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC3:52 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
72 Piedmont10:25 AM1h32Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC11:57 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent5:31 AM1h51Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC7:22 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$341One-way0 transfers
76 Piedmont5:05 PM1h23Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC6:28 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
74 Piedmont2:20 PM1h32Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC3:52 PMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
72 Piedmont10:25 AM1h32Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC11:57 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian6:45 AM1h35Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC8:20 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$261One-way0 transfers
20 Crescent5:31 AM1h51Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC7:22 AMGreensboro Station, Greensboro, NC$341One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 81 miles (131 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$25 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 46m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.17 (€-5.77). The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 24m 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
Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
76 Piedmont | 5:05 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1h23 | 6:28 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
78 Piedmont | 7:45 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1h28 | 9:13 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
20 Crescent | 5:31 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1h51 | 7:22 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 6:45 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1h35 | 8:20 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
72 Piedmont | 10:25 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1h32 | 11:57 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
74 Piedmont | 2:20 PM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1h32 | 3:52 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Trains from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 81 miles (131 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 81 miles (131 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 12:45 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC and Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC from $13 (€10). 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 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, 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 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC to Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC
- 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
- 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

