How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Cary?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Cary start at $46. The average price for this train route is around $46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Cary?

The average train trip from Charlotte to Cary takes 3h and covers 195 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 43m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Cary route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Cary?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Cary departs at 6:45am. The latest train departs at 7:45pm.

Train Charlotte to Cary from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:15am	Amtrak Station	3h 18m	1:33pm	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	7:45pm	Amtrak Station	2h 51m	10:36pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	5h 46m	8:06pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

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Get from Charlotte to Cary

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3hAverage Duration

195 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $46

Amtrak Charlotte Cary recent customer reviews

Amtrak should take lessons from Europe trains

Samit R.

June 19, 2022

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Cary, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Cary?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Cary start at $46. The average price for this train route is around $46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Cary?
The average train trip from Charlotte to Cary takes 3h and covers 195 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 43m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Cary route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Cary?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Cary departs at 6:45am. The latest train departs at 7:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$43

12-10

$43

Today

$43

12-12

$43

12-13

$43

12-14

$43

12-15

$43

12-16

$43

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Cary, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $43

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Cary, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $43 to $392 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Cary, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-12.