How much does a train ticket from Charlotte to Cary cost?

The average train ticket price from Charlotte to Cary is $33. The best way to find train tickets from Charlotte to Cary is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Charlotte to Cary?

A train trip between Charlotte and Cary is around 3h, although the fastest train will take about 2h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 122 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Charlotte and Cary?

The number of trains from Charlotte to Cary can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Charlotte to Cary by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Charlotte to Cary?

When taking the train from Charlotte to Cary, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Charlotte to Cary from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Cary on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	Cheapest
Train	5:00pm	Amtrak Station	2h 43m	7:43pm	Cary Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	3h	9:45am	Cary Station	No tags
Train	10:25am	Amtrak Station	3h 1m	1:26pm	Cary Station	No tags
Train	2:20pm	Amtrak Station	3h	5:20pm	Cary Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 11/09/2025 EST.

Get from Charlotte to Cary

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

3hAverage Duration

121 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,586 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5586 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $33

Amtrak Charlotte Cary recent customer reviews

Amtrak should take lessons from Europe trains

Samit R.

June 19, 2022

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Cary by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/14

$30

11/15

$30

Today

$30

11/17

$30

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$30

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$30

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$30

11/21

$30

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Cary was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Cary, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $365 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Cary based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-17.