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Cary - High Point Train Schedule

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Trip Summary

5 trains operate daily from Cary to High Point. The train trip from Cary to High Point is usually about 2 hours and 29 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak Piedmont train can get you there in as little as one hour and 39 minutes.

Distance69 mi (112 km)
Fastest train1h 39m
Lowest price$20.37
Trains per day4
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
Train lines3

What is the price of a train ticket from Cary to High Point?

In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Cary to High Point was $20.72. This is a fantastic deal for train travel. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to High Point if you book your train tickets at least 28 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $0.65.

Monthly average prices

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Taking the train from Cary to High Point usually costs about the same throughout the year. In general, train ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $22 whenever you decide to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Since the average price of train trips from Cary to High Point remains pretty consistent throughout the year, there’s no need to book your tickets too far in advance. However, we still recommend you purchase your train tickets at least 48 hours ahead of departure time to avoid surprise last-minute surges and the risk of the train selling out.

Which train should you take from Cary to High Point?

There are 3 train lines with service from Cary to High Point. Amtrak is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak24h 14m$22.40
Amtrak Carolinian11h 48m$20.53
Amtrak Piedmont21h 39m$20.38
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Cary to High Point every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $20.

  • The Amtrak Carolinian is a passenger train service which connects New York City and Washington, DC to some of the most charming destinations in North Carolina. The Carolinian runs an average of 1 trips per day between Cary and High Point, all of which include seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car. The average Amtrak Carolinian ticket price for this route is , and the trip usually lasts around 1 hours and 48 minutes.

  • To accommodate a growing demand for additional train services in North Carolina, the Amtrak Piedmont was established in 1995, offering connections between Charlotte and Raleigh. The route consists of nine stops, with a complete end-to-end trip taking around three hours. The Amtrak Piedmont runs three times daily in either direction. Each train offers WiFi, lavatories, business and coach class seating, and a cafe car to ensure passengers never have to go hungry.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Cary and High Point is approximately 69 miles, or 112 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 29 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 39 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Wednesday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Cary to High Point. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Wednesday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Monday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.

The earliest train departs Cary at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 5:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. 4 of these are direct connections to High Point. While direct trains may still make stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains at any point. If you're looking to get to your destination faster, a direct train is the convenient and time-efficient choice.

You can also take a train for your return trip from High Point to Cary.

City Information

Cary

Cary, NC, US - CYN-0

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Cary is a town in North Carolina's Research Triangle and a fast-growing suburb of Raleigh. Known for its robust dining scene and the sports teams it hosts, Cary is a top destination in the Raleigh-Durham area. North Carolina FC and North Carolina Courage share the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, and the city also hosts the USA Baseball National Training Complex, where you can attend many amateur and pre-professional baseball events throughout the year.

Outdoor enthusiasts can check out hiking and running trails on the Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve and American Tobacco Trail, a 22-mile rail-trail from Durham to Wake County.

The city of Cary also features a bustling craft beer scene, best experienced at one of its taverns, pubs, ale houses, or breweries. Fortnight Brewing Company and Bond Brothers Beer Company are two of many to check out. Downtown Cary is a charming neighborhood teeming with cafes, art centers, neighborhood bars, boutique hotels, and outdoor green spaces. Of course, the highlight of any visit to Cary is its dining scene: lick the barbecue sauce from your fingers at Brew N Que or savor a pastry at La Farm Bakery.

Three Amtrak trains, the Carolinian, Piedmont, and Silver Service, stop in Cary on their north-south routes. Train service makes it easy to reach Charlotte, New York, and Miami from Cary. Access intercity bus service in nearby Raleigh, where Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and more provide service to destinations throughout the South and the country at large.

High Point

High Point, NC, US - HPT-0

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High Point is a city located in the Piedmont region, just outside Greensboro. It's the only city in North Carolina that extends into four counties. High Point is known for having quirky outdoor attractions, like the World's Largest Chest of Drawers and the Kersey Valley Spookywoods. Depending on your preference, the city also has family-friendly locations like pools, water parks, amusement rides, ziplining, and nature parks, from the Archdale Recreation Center at Creekside Park to the High Point City Lake Park. High Point has several history and art museums, including the High Point Museum and Nido & Mariana Qubein Children's Museum.

As for nightlife, High Point has a lot of locations for its adults, ranging from bars and taverns to dance nightclubs and sports bars. High Point also has several breweries and wineries in the city that contribute to the nightlife. Downtown High Point is the entertainment district, popular for the High Point Market and other local stores and restaurants.

High Point is easy to visit by train or bus from neighboring cities. Amtrak, Amtrak Crescent, Amtrak Piedmont, and Amtrak Carolinian provide the train lines to the city, while the Tornado Bus provides the bus lines. The High Point Transit System provides the transportation system in the city.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Cary?

Main departure station: 211 N Academy St

There is one train station in Cary.

All train stations in Cary:

  • 211 N Academy St

Where is the train station in High Point?

Main arrival station: 100 W High Ave

High Point has one train station.

Train stations in High Point:

  • 100 W High Ave

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