Train tickets from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC

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Next departures for Raleigh to Charlotte on November 20
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Compare 2 ways to go from Raleigh to Charlotte

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
3h 10mAverage Duration
128 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$31 - $106Average Duration3h 25m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$34 - $67Average Duration3h 10m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC by train

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

Best price found
11/17
$31
11/18
$31
Today
$31
11/20
$31
11/21
$31
11/22
$31
11/23
$31
11/24
$31
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Nov 17, 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 Raleigh to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $31 to $45 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-11-20.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Raleigh and Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC, choose the train, as it will take you from Raleigh to Charlotte, NC in about 3h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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