The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 34 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 4 trains that leave Salisbury, NC for Raleigh, NC on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
80 Carolinian
78 Piedmont
72 Piedmont
74 Piedmont
78 Piedmont
72 Piedmont
74 Piedmont
80 CarolinianTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €308.
Distance: 103 miles (166 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price | €326 Average price |
3h 5m Average total duration 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
74 Piedmont | 8:26 PM Salisbury Amtrak Station, Salisbury, NC | 2h35 | 11:01 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
78 Piedmont | 1:37 AM Salisbury Amtrak Station, Salisbury, NC | 2h30 | 4:07 AM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
80 Carolinian | 12:28 PM Salisbury Amtrak Station, Salisbury, NC | 2h37 | 3:05 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
72 Piedmont | 4:06 PM Salisbury Amtrak Station, Salisbury, NC | 2h35 | 6:41 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
74 Piedmont | 8:01 PM Salisbury Amtrak Station, Salisbury, NC | 2h35 | 10:36 PM Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC
Trains from Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:23, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 35m |
First train 07:23 |
Last train 20:22 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salisbury, NC and Raleigh, NC from $22 (€18). 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 Raleigh, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury, NC to 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, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salisbury, NC to Raleigh, NC
- 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)
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