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

The cheapest way to get from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $23 - $35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte station. However, there are services departing from Nottingham Dr at Buck Jones Rd and arriving at Charlotte Bus Station via Cary Depot, Regional Transit Center and Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte station. However, there are services departing from Cary and arriving at Charlotte Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte?

The distance between Raleigh, NC and Charlotte is 169 miles. The road distance is 133.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $90 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte, including transfers.

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

Raleigh, NC to Charlotte bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Durham station.

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

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

Train or bus from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte?

The best way to get from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $90 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Raleigh, NC to Charlotte bus arrive?

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

Where does the Raleigh, NC to Charlotte train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte?

Yes, the driving distance between Raleigh, NC to Charlotte is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte.

Where can I stay near Charlotte?

There are 940+ hotels available in Charlotte.

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There are 5 ways to get from Raleigh, NC to Charlotte by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain Piedmont / ...
4h 15m
$92–142
Drive 132.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Raleigh, NC to Charlottecar 132.6 mi
2h 55m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durham to Charlotte Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0670
5h 39m
$30–48
Drive to Albert J. Ellis Airport, fly
1. Drive from Raleigh, NC to Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ)car
2. Fly from Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane OAJ - CLT
4h 6m
$92–520
Line 6 bus, line 310 bus, bus to Raleigh-Durham International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Nottingham Dr at Buck Jones Rd to Cary Depotbus
2. Take the bus from Cary Depot to Regional Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Regional Transit Center to RDU Airport at Terminal 1bus
4. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane RDU - CLT
4h 40m
$76–510

Albert J. Ellis Airport (OAJ) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) flights

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Distance: 168 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $90–140 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Durham to Charlotte Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Flixbus USA also services this route 3 times a day.

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