The cheapest and fastest trains from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC for Cary Station, Cary, NC on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 96 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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.
74 Piedmont3:54 PM1h26Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC5:20 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
72 Piedmont11:59 AM1h27Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC1:26 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
78 Piedmont9:15 PM1h21Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC10:36 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian8:24 AM1h21Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC9:45 AMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
76 Piedmont6:30 PM1h18Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC7:48 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
76 Piedmont6:30 PM1h18Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC7:48 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
78 Piedmont9:15 PM1h21Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC10:36 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian8:24 AM1h21Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC9:45 AMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
74 Piedmont3:54 PM1h26Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC5:20 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
72 Piedmont11:59 AM1h27Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC1:26 PMCary Station, Cary, NC$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 59 miles (96 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price | $15 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC costing on average $19 (€16).
Other travel options to Cary Station, Cary, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 38m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€13) compared to roughly $15 (€13) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-0.16 (€-0.13). The journey takes 1h 24m versus 1h 10m 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
Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72 Piedmont | 11:59 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h27 | 1:26 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
74 Piedmont · 41 Floridian | 3:54 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 4h12 | 8:06 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 1 transfer | |
74 Piedmont | 3:54 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h26 | 5:20 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
76 Piedmont | 6:30 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h18 | 7:48 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
78 Piedmont | 9:15 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h21 | 10:36 PM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 8:24 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h21 | 9:45 AM Cary Station, Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC
Trains from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (96 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 59 miles (96 km) |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 8:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC and Cary Station, Cary, NC from $12 (€9). 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 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, 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 Cary Station, Cary, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Cary Station, Cary, NC
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7
- Academy Street Bistro
- Lugano Ristorante
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- Free for passengers
- The Mayton
- Courtyard by Marriott Raleigh/Cary
- Hampton Inn & Suites Raleigh/Cary
- Located in the main waiting room
- Located in the main waiting room
- Free
- The station has a main waiting area with ticketing services and restrooms.
- Bus: GoCary routes available
- Taxi services available
