What is the cheapest way to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest?

The cheapest way to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest is to bus which costs $27 - $50 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest?

The fastest way to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Charlotte and Wake Forest?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlotte station to Wake Forest. However, there are services departing from Charlotte Bus Station and arriving at Holding Ave at Brooks St via Capital Blvd at Crabtree Blvd and Triangle Town Center P&R. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Charlotte and Wake Forest?

No, there is no direct train from Charlotte station to Wake Forest station. However, there are services departing from Charlotte Amtrak Station and arriving at Raleigh Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Charlotte to Wake Forest?

The distance between Charlotte and Wake Forest is 157 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

How do I travel from Charlotte to Wake Forest without a car?

The best way to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest without a car is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $27 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlotte to Wake Forest bus from?

Charlotte to Wake Forest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charlotte Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Charlotte to Wake Forest train from?

Charlotte to Wake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlotte Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Charlotte to Wake Forest?

The best way to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest is to bus which takes 4h 35m and costs $27 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 5h 1m.

Where does the Charlotte to Wake Forest bus arrive?

Charlotte to Wake Forest bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Raleigh Bus Station.

Where does the Charlotte to Wake Forest train arrive?

Charlotte to Wake Forest train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Raleigh Union Station.

Can I drive from Charlotte to Wake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlotte to Wake Forest is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Charlotte to Wake Forest.

Where can I stay near Wake Forest?

There are 33+ hotels available in Wake Forest.

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There are 4 ways to get from Charlotte to Wake Forest by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Raleigh Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670 / ...
4h 35m
$27–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Raleigh Union Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
5h 1m
$60–116
Drive 163.9 mi
1. Drive from Charlotte to Wake Forestcar 163.9 mi
2h 57m
$30–44
Fly, drive
1. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ)plane CLT - OAJ
2. Drive from Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Wake Forestcar
5h 5m
$72–381

Charlotte to Wake Forest by bus

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Charlotte, NC, USA and Wake Forest, NC, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Raleigh Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $22–45 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Raleigh Union Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 3h 16m.

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