How to travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC

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Compare train for Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €23, while a flight costs an average of €526.

Distance: 99 miles (160 km)

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€23

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Cheapest

€526

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€18

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2h 32m

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2h 2m

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30m

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4h 45m

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2h 45m

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1h 46m

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0.5 - 1.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is a train with an average price of €23.

This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC:

A train is €503 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average €526.

The fastest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is by train with an average journey time of 2h 32m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 45m.

Yes, you can take a train between Burlington, NC and Charlotte, NC.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €23 compared to roughly €18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-4.24. The journey takes 2h 2m versus 1h 46m 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.

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from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC

How to get from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak77 Piedmont
    6:31 PM2h17
    Burlington Station, Burlington, NC
    8:48 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    €251One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Amtrak77 Piedmont
    6:31 PM2h17
    Burlington Station, Burlington, NC
    8:48 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    €251One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • piedmont airlinesAA5933
    5:05 AM1h06
    Piedmont Triad International Airport
    6:11 AMDouglas International Airport
    €3831One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak71 Piedmont
    7:28 AM2h18
    Burlington Station, Burlington, NC
    9:46 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak79 Carolinian
    8:47 PM2h28
    Burlington Station, Burlington, NC
    11:15 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    €251One-way
    0 transfers
  • piedmont airlinesAA5998
    2:31 PM1h09
    Piedmont Triad International Airport
    3:40 PMDouglas International Airport
    €3831One-way
    0 transfers
  • envoy airAA4280
    7:26 PM1h09
    Piedmont Triad International Airport
    8:35 PMDouglas International Airport
    €3831One-way
    0 transfers
  • psa airlinesAA5217
    6:31 PM1h09
    Piedmont Triad International Airport
    7:40 PMDouglas International Airport
    €3831One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC

Travel to Charlotte, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC.

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You can travel between Burlington, NC and Charlotte, NC by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is a train with an average price of €23.

This is compared to other travel options from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC:

A train is €503 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average €526.

The fastest way to travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is by train with an average journey time of 2h 32m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 45m.

The distance from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is approximately 99 miles (160 km).
The average frequency per day from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Burlington, NC and Charlotte, NC as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Douglas International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Burlington Station, Burlington, NC and arrive in Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Charlotte, NC by train.
  • Travel with piedmont airlines, American Airlines, Republic Airlines, skywest airlines, psa airlines to go to Charlotte, NC by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 12 direct flights per day with piedmont airlines, American Airlines, psa airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Burlington, NC to Charlotte, NC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Boston, MA, Miami, FL, Orlando, FL, Chicago, IL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Charlotte, NC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Charlotte, NC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Charlotte, NC, you can enjoy thrilling rides at Carowinds amusement park or engage in outdoor adventures like whitewater rafting at the U.S. National Whitewater Center. Explore the vibrant arts scene in NoDa, the historic arts and entertainment district, or catch a NASCAR race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. For cultural experiences, visit the Billy Graham Library or the interactive NASCAR Hall of Fame. Discover hands-on exhibits at Discovery Place Science or stroll through the scenic Freedom Park. Art enthusiasts will appreciate the Mint Museum Uptown, while the Levine Museum of the New South offers insights into post-Civil War Southern history.
To fully experience Charlotte, NC, and its main attractions such as the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Discovery Place Science, and the U.S. National Whitewater Center, plan for a 2 to 3 day visit.

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