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College Park Aviation Museum
Excellent local aviation museum at the world's oldest continuously operating airport. Features early flight history, artifacts, and family-friendly exhibits.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to New Carrollton, MD among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $122 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 37m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $122, while a flight costs an average of $600.
Distance: 338 miles (545 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$122 Average price Cheapest | $600 Average price | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to New Carrollton, MD:
A bus is $478 (€391) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to New Carrollton, MD costing on average $600 (€491).
Other travel options to New Carrollton, MD take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 40m.
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Take a train from Charlotte, NC to New Carrollton, MD and enjoy the approximately 338 miles (545 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 17:18.
Distance 338 miles (545 km) |
First train 6:11 AM |
Last train 5:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of New Carrollton, MD — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Carrollton, MD trip today.
Excellent local aviation museum at the world's oldest continuously operating airport. Features early flight history, artifacts, and family-friendly exhibits.
Historic house museum with guided tours, period rooms, and stories of slavery and estate life. One of the area's strongest heritage attractions.
Compact community museum preserving Greenbelt's New Deal origins through exhibits, photographs, and tours of a historic home.
Main civic and transport hub with Amtrak, Metro, and buses. Useful for travelers and a key point for exploring the wider region.
Popular wooded trail and park corridor for walking, cycling, and birding along the river. A top outdoor escape near New Carrollton.
Large lakeside park with paths, boat rentals, and broad open spaces. Great for easy walks and a relaxed local outing.
Maryland Crab Soup is tomato-based with blue crab and vegetables. It is a regional staple tied to Chesapeake seafood traditions.
Crab Cakes are packed with sweet Chesapeake blue crab and minimal filler. They are one of Maryland's most iconic dishes.
Steamed Blue Crabs are seasoned heavily, then steamed and picked by hand. This social seafood feast is classic Maryland eating.
Established neighborhood steak and seafood restaurant with a classic, family-friendly atmosphere and broad American menu.
Long-running casual restaurant serving Salvadoran and Mexican favorites. Locals come for pupusas, grilled meats, and hearty portions.
Casual local seafood spot known for steamed crabs, crab cakes, and fried platters in a straightforward Maryland setting.
Moderate for the D.C. area: hotels can be high, but dining and transit are usually cheaper than central Washington.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes: round up or tip $1-2.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to New Carrollton, MD 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 New Carrollton, MD, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Charlotte, NC to New Carrollton, MD trains use the Charlotte Station to Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Charlotte, NC and New Carrollton, MD train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Charlotte Station is 2 km from Charlotte city centre. Public transport options include:
Charlotte Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Alexander Michael's, The King's Kitchen
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Charlotte Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Charlotte Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charlotte Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charlotte Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charlotte Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include The Westin Charlotte, Hilton Charlotte Uptown, Omni Charlotte Hotel.
New Carrollton Amtrak Station is 2 km from New Carrollton city centre. Public transport options include:
New Carrollton Amtrak Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Golden Pavilion Restaurant, Mid-Atlantic Seafood
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Carrollton Amtrak Station: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard by Marriott New Carrollton, Metro Points Hotel, Days Inn by Wyndham Lanham.
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