What is the cheapest way to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC?

The cheapest way to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC?

The fastest way to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Cary and Charlotte, NC?

No, there is no direct bus from Cary to Charlotte, NC. However, there are services departing from Cary Depot and arriving at Tuckaseegee Rd & Hazel St via Regional Transit Center, Durham and 4th St & Graham St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cary and Charlotte, NC?

No, there is no direct train from Cary to Charlotte, NC station. However, there are services departing from Cary and arriving at CTC Station via Parkwood Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cary to Charlotte, NC?

The distance between Cary and Charlotte, NC is 171 miles. The road distance is 132.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cary to Charlotte, NC without a car?

The best way to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $40 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cary to Charlotte, NC bus from?

Cary to Charlotte, NC bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Durham station.

Where do I catch the Cary to Charlotte, NC train from?

Cary to Charlotte, NC train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Cary station.

Train or bus from Cary to Charlotte, NC?

The best way to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus via Durham, which costs $27 - $45 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Cary to Charlotte, NC bus arrive?

Cary to Charlotte, NC bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Charlotte Bus Station.

Where does the Cary to Charlotte, NC train arrive?

Cary to Charlotte, NC train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Charlotte Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Cary to Charlotte, NC?

Yes, the driving distance between Cary to Charlotte, NC is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cary to Charlotte, NC.

Where can I stay near Charlotte, NC?

There are 941+ hotels available in Charlotte, NC.

Cary to Charlotte, NC - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 310 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Cary to Charlotte, NC by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
4h 7m
$45–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Raleigh, NC - 3200 S Wilmington St to Charlotte, NC - 3302 Queen City Drbus New York
6h 48m
$22–54
Bus via Durham
1. Take the bus from Durham to Charlotte Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2471 / ...
5h 33m
$28–44
Drive 132 mi
1. Drive from Cary to Charlotte, NCcar 132 mi
2h 53m
$25–35
Line 310 bus, bus to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, fly, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Cary Depot to Regional Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Regional Transit Center to RDU Airport at Terminal 1bus
3. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane RDU - CLT
4. Take the bus from 4th St & Graham St to Tuckaseegee Rd & Hazel Stbus
4h 32m
$66–464
Train to Piedmont Triad International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cary to Greensborotrain
2. Fly from Piedmont Triad International Airport (GSO) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane GSO - CLT
5h 3m
$113–581

Cary to Charlotte, NC by train, foot, tram, and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cary, NC, USA and Charlotte, NC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Durham to Charlotte Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $21–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Greyhound USA also services this route 4 times a day.

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