Trains from Durham, NC to Charlotte, NC

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $28
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $28
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    $42
Train Durham to Charlotte: Trip Overview

Train Durham to Charlotte: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$31
Average train trip duration2h 38m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure7:02 AM
Distance120 miles (193 km)
Latest train departure6:04 PM
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Durham Charlotte recent customer reviews

Train was not properly inspected and ready to go. Spent hours waiting on train to be fixed

Tierra B.June 10, 2023
US train company: Brightline

Durham to Charlotte Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains4
Earliest and Latest Train Departures7:02AM - 6:04PM
Minimum Price$28
Average Ticket Price$31
Minimum Trip Duration2h26m
Average Train Trip Duration2h38m
Distance120 miles (193 km)
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Durham - Charlotte

The average train ticket price from Durham to Charlotte is $31. The best way to find train tickets from Durham to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between Durham and Charlotte is around 2h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 26m. This is the time it takes to travel the 122 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from Durham to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Durham to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from Durham to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Durham to Charlotte is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Charlotte, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Durham and Charlotte, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Durham to Charlotte while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time3h 5mAvg Price$32Daily Departures14
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2h 38mAvg Price$31Daily Departures4

The best way to travel between Durham and Charlotte is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $31 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $31. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charlotte, choose the train, as it will take you from Durham to Charlotte in about 2h 38m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Durham by train?

Train from Charlotte to Durham

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