The cheapest and fastest trains from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, 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 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 5 trains that leave Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC for Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC on Sun, May 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 42 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.
78 Piedmont9:15 PM1h37Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC10:52 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian8:24 AM1h41Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC10:05 AMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
74 Piedmont3:54 PM1h42Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC5:36 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
76 Piedmont6:30 PM1h34Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC8:04 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
72 Piedmont11:59 AM1h42Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC1:41 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
76 Piedmont6:30 PM1h34Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC8:04 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
78 Piedmont9:15 PM1h37Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC10:52 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
80 Carolinian8:24 AM1h41Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC10:05 AMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
74 Piedmont3:54 PM1h42Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC5:36 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
72 Piedmont11:59 AM1h42Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC1:41 PMRaleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC$221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 67 miles (108 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$21 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 13m Average total duration 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m 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 Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC:
A bus is $0.76 (€0.61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 43m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-2.59 (€-2.09). The journey takes 1h 43m versus 1h 17m 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 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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78 Piedmont | 9:15 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h37 | 10:52 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 17 | |||||
80 Carolinian | 8:24 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h41 | 10:05 AM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
72 Piedmont | 11:59 AM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h42 | 1:41 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
74 Piedmont | 3:54 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h42 | 5:36 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
76 Piedmont | 6:30 PM Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC | 1h34 | 8:04 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
Trains from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) 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 23:25. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 1:15 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC and Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, 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 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, 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 Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Greensboro Station, Greensboro, NC to Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, 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 - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available in the vicinity of the station with multiple public parking options.
- The Pit Authentic BBQ
- Humble Pie
- Whiskey Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- The Raleigh Marriott City Center
- Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
- Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and boarding area
- Bus: GoRaleigh routes 6, 8, 11, 21
- R-Line (downtown circulator)

