The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
45 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Salisbury, NC for Charlotte, NC on Sun, May 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest trains will take 45 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.
5:25 PM0h45Salisbury, NC6:10 PMCharlotte, NC$141One-way0 transfers
4:25 PM0h45Salisbury, NC5:10 PMCharlotte, NC$161One-way0 transfers
5:25 PM0h45Salisbury, NC6:10 PMCharlotte, NC$141One-way0 transfers
4:25 PM0h45Salisbury, NC5:10 PMCharlotte, NC$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m 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 Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC:
A train is $0.06 (€0.05) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 55m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.19 (€-5.01). The journey takes 45m versus 45m 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
Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC trains for tomorrow, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:25 PM Salisbury, NC | 0h45 | 5:10 PM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:25 PM Salisbury, NC | 0h45 | 6:10 PM Charlotte, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC
Trains from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:27, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 40m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 1:27 AM |
Last train 9:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salisbury, NC and Charlotte, NC from $10 (€8). 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 Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, 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 Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salisbury, NC to Charlotte, 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
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