Trains tickets from Charlotte (NC) to Durham (NC), US

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TomorrowApr 26
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SunApr 27
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MonApr 28
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Charlotte
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Durham
    Destination location: Durham Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Durham.

Bus
Average Price$23 - $143Average Duration2h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$30 - $33Average Duration2h 35m
18kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charlotte to Durham

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day
2h 35mAverage Duration
$30Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Train Charlotte to Durham: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$33
Average train trip duration2h 35m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure6:40am
Distance120 miles (193 km)
Latest train departure7:45pm

Charlotte to Durham Train

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

Best price found
04/23
$27
04/24
$27
Today
$30
04/26
$27
04/27
$27
04/28
$27
04/29
$27
04/30
$27
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte to Durham was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $41 for a train ticket from Charlotte to Durham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-04-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charlotte to Durham is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Durham you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Charlotte and Durham, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Charlotte to Durham while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte to Durham?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Charlotte and Durham is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $33 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $30. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Durham, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte to Durham in about 2h 35m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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