How to travel from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, while a flight costs an average of €491.

Distance: 129 miles (209 km)

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€491

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€29

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€34

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4h 52m

Average total duration

2h 52m

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3h 11m

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4h 9m

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0.6 - 1.2kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average €30.

A bus is €323 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average €351.

The fastest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

Train takes on average 4h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users.

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from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Greyhound
    6:20 AM2h45
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    9:05 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    311One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound
    6:20 AM2h45
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    9:05 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    311One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA1903
    6:43 AM1h08
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    7:51 AMDouglas International Airport
    3931One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak71
    6:30 AM3h13
    Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    9:43 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    311One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak77
    3:45 PM3h21
    Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    7:06 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    311One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak75
    1:05 PM3h25
    Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC
    4:30 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC
    311One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    9:30 AM2h55
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    12:25 PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    321One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    4:15 AM4h05
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    8:20 AMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    321One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound
    3:25 PM4h15
    Raleigh, Bus Station
    7:40 PMCharlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station)
    321One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1768
    11:08 AM1h09
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    12:17 PMDouglas International Airport
    3931One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA683
    5:02 AM1h10
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    6:12 AMDouglas International Airport
    3931One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1753
    9:05 AM1h10
    Raleigh-Durham International Airport
    10:15 AMDouglas International Airport
    3931One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC is a bus with an average price of €28.

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

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average €30.

A bus is €323 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC costing on average €351.

The fastest way to travel from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 15m.

Other travel options to Charlotte, NC take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 3m.

Train takes on average 4h 13m.

The distance from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC is approximately 129 miles (209 km).
The average frequency per day from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC:
  • Flights mostly depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport and arrive in Douglas International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Raleigh Union Station, Raleigh, NC and arrive in Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Raleigh, Bus Station and arrive in Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Raleigh, 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 American Airlines to go to Charlotte, NC by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, GoRaleigh to go to Charlotte, NC by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 8 direct flights per day with American Airlines.
  • 8 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, NC often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, New York, NY, Atlanta, GA, Greensboro, NC, Cary, NC. 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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