The cheapest and fastest trains from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$29
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salisbury, NC to Cary, 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 Cary, NC will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salisbury, NC for Cary, NC on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
7:01 PM2h19Salisbury, NC9:20 PMCary, NC$291One-way0 transfers
7:01 PM2h19Salisbury, NC9:20 PMCary, NC$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $26, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC:
A train is $35 (€29) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Cary, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 48m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€22) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.27 (€-4.27). The journey takes 2h 20m versus 1h 51m 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 Cary, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:28 AM Salisbury, NC | 2h17 | 9:45 AM Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:06 AM Salisbury, NC | 2h20 | 1:26 PM Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:01 PM Salisbury, NC | 2h19 | 5:20 PM Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:11 PM Salisbury, NC | 4h32 | 7:43 PM Cary, NC | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:22 PM Salisbury, NC | 2h14 | 10:36 PM Cary, NC | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC
Trains from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:28, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 7:28 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salisbury, NC and Cary, NC from $26 (€21). 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 Cary, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salisbury, NC to 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, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salisbury, NC to Cary, NC
- 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
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