How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Raleigh?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Raleigh start from $34. The average price for this train route is around $34. 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 Raleigh?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Raleigh is 3h 16m, covering a distance of 128 miles (206 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

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

Train Charlotte to Raleigh from $31 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Raleigh on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 59m	7:59pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	1:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	5:36pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Raleigh on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 59m	7:59pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:15am	Amtrak Station	3h 33m	1:48pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	5:36pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Raleigh on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 59m	7:59pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	1:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	5:36pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Raleigh on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 59m	7:59pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	1:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	5:36pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Raleigh on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 59m	7:59pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	1:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	5:36pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Raleigh on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 59m	7:59pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h 20m	10:05am	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	1:41pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h 16m	5:36pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Raleigh

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 3 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3h 16mAverage Duration

128 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $100	Average Duration3h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$34 - $34	Average Duration3h 16m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have shared positive experiences regarding their train journeys. Many appreciated the clean and well-air-conditioned environment, as well as the efficient handling of crowds by staff. Overall, passengers found their trips pleasant and enjoyable, with some expressing eagerness to travel again in the future.

Amtrak Charlotte Raleigh recent customer reviews

I loved everything,My experience was amazing for it to be my first train ride ever .At first I was scared but I enjoyed it

Tykia L.

August 19, 2024

Second Trip in my life on the train and this time it was a crowd, the staff handled the crowd extremely well. I thought it was perfect how my new year is coming up. Thanks for your service to all Amtrak employees and owners.

David M.

December 31, 2022

the train was very well air conditioned and clean! really pleasant trip!

Azalyn B.

June 11, 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Raleigh start from $34. The average price for this train route is around $34. 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 Raleigh?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Raleigh is 3h 16m, covering a distance of 128 miles (206 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Raleigh at 6:45am. And 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

$31

12/10

$31

Today

$31

12/12

$31

12/13

$31

12/14

$31

12/15

$31

12/16

$31

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $31

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $63 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-12.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 20m	Avg Price$36	Daily Departures10
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 16m	Avg Price$34	Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between Charlotte, NC and Raleigh is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $34 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $34. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Raleigh, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte, NC to Raleigh in about 3h 16m - that's the fastest way to get there!