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How to get fromSelma to Carowindsby train (Amtrak), train, bus, tram, or car

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

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  1. Train (Amtrak)

    best
    1. Take the train from Selma Station to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain train Carolinian
    7h 11m
    $68–138

  2. Drive 177.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Selma to Carowindscar car 177.7 mi
    3h 41m
    $33–47

  3. Train, bus, line 501 tram

    1. Take the train from Selma Station to Raleigh Union Stationtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the tram from CTC Station to Sharon Rd West Stationtram tram 501
    7h 31m
    $37–70

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  • Distance: 218.3 mi
  • Duration: 7h 11m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Selma Station to Charlotte Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 4h 18m.

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