What is the cheapest way to get from Carowinds to Raleigh?

The cheapest way to get from Carowinds to Raleigh is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carowinds to Raleigh?

The fastest way to get from Carowinds to Raleigh is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Carowinds and Raleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Carowinds station to Raleigh station. However, there are services departing from Sharon Rd West Station and arriving at Raleigh Union Station via Charlotte Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Carowinds to Raleigh?

The distance between Carowinds and Raleigh is 162 miles. The road distance is 152.4 miles.

How do I travel from Carowinds to Raleigh without a car?

The best way to get from Carowinds to Raleigh without a car is to line 501 tram and bus which takes 6h 12m and costs $27 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Carowinds to Raleigh?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Carowinds to Raleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carowinds to Raleigh train from?

Carowinds to Raleigh train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlotte Amtrak Station.

Where does the Carowinds to Raleigh train arrive?

Carowinds to Raleigh train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Raleigh Union Station.

Can I drive from Carowinds to Raleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Carowinds to Raleigh is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Carowinds to Raleigh.

Where can I stay near Raleigh?

There are 471+ hotels available in Raleigh.

Carowinds to Raleigh - 3 ways to travel via train, line 501 tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carowinds to Raleigh by tram, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Line 501 tram, bus
best
1. Take the tram from Sharon Rd West Station to CTC Stationtram 501
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Raleigh Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
6h 12m
$28–45
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Raleigh Union Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
6h 37m
$45–105
Drive 151.5 mi
1. Drive from Carowinds to Raleighcar 151.5 mi
3h 18m
$28–40

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Carowinds, SC, USA and Raleigh, NC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Raleigh Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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