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Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on July 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
6:35am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Durham Station	No tags
3:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 54m	5:54pm	Durham Station	No tags
8:15pm	Amtrak Station	2h 45m	11:00pm	Durham Station	No tags
10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 30m	1:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on July 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
6:35am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Durham Station	No tags
3:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 54m	5:54pm	Durham Station	No tags
8:15pm	Amtrak Station	2h 45m	11:00pm	Durham Station	No tags
10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 30m	1:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on July 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:35am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Durham Station	CheapestFastest
6:35am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:13am	Durham Station	No tags
3:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 54m	5:54pm	Durham Station	No tags
8:15pm	Amtrak Station	2h 45m	11:00pm	Durham Station	No tags
10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 30m	1:55pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on July 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	Cheapest
5:05pm	Amtrak Station	2h 21m	7:26pm	Durham Station	Fastest
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	No tags
10:25am	Amtrak Station	2h 35m	1:00pm	Durham Station	No tags
2:20pm	Amtrak Station	2h 39m	4:59pm	Durham Station	No tags
7:45pm	Amtrak Station	2h 30m	10:15pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on July 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	Cheapest
5:05pm	Amtrak Station	2h 21m	7:26pm	Durham Station	Fastest
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	No tags
10:25am	Amtrak Station	2h 35m	1:00pm	Durham Station	No tags
2:20pm	Amtrak Station	2h 39m	4:59pm	Durham Station	No tags
7:45pm	Amtrak Station	2h 30m	10:15pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on July 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	Cheapest
5:05pm	Amtrak Station	2h 21m	7:26pm	Durham Station	Fastest
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	No tags
2:20pm	Amtrak Station	2h 39m	4:59pm	Durham Station	No tags
7:45pm	Amtrak Station	2h 30m	10:15pm	Durham Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Durham on July 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	Cheapest
5:05pm	Amtrak Station	2h 21m	7:26pm	Durham Station	Fastest
6:45am	Amtrak Station	2h 38m	9:23am	Durham Station	No tags
10:25am	Amtrak Station	2h 35m	1:00pm	Durham Station	No tags
2:20pm	Amtrak Station	2h 39m	4:59pm	Durham Station	No tags
7:45pm	Amtrak Station	2h 30m	10:15pm	Durham Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Durham

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

2h 35mAverage Duration

120 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePEN 99 - PEN 515	Average Duration2h 44m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePEN 113 - PEN 121	Average Duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,843 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Users have expressed satisfaction with the travel experience, highlighting the comfort and efficiency of the service. Many appreciated not having to drive themselves and found booking easy at a great price. However, there were mentions of dirty windows during some trips. Overall, users seem eager to use this service again soon.

Amtrak Charlotte Durham recent customer reviews

I enjoyed not having to drive there. Didn’t enjoy looking out those filthy windows.

Niurys A.

January 6, 2024

Very comfortable ride. Nice train cars. Very efficient service. Easy to book & great price.

Linda C.

September 24, 2023

This Was Me And My Mother First Train Ride And We Are Ready To Ride Again Soon. We Loved The Experience

Felicia C.

April 7, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, 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 Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Durham start from PEN 113. The average price for this train route is around PEN 121. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Durham?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Durham is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 120 miles (193 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Durham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Durham?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Durham at 6:35am. And the latest train departs at 8:15pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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PEN 112

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PEN 112

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PEN 112

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PEN 112

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US was searched and found on Jul 11, 2026 with a price of PEN 112

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 Durham, NC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PEN 112 to PEN 168 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 112 which is on 2026-07-14.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h 44m	Avg PricePEN 133	Daily Departures13
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2h 35m	Avg PricePEN 121	Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between Charlotte, NC and Durham, NC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost PEN 121 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from PEN 113. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Durham, NC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte, NC to Durham, NC, US in about 2h 35m - that's the fastest way to get there!