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How to get to Charlotte by train
| Routes | 43 |
| Trips per day | 96 |
| train lines | 5 |
| Stations | 1 |
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About Charlotte
A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.
Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.
Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.
Station Information
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Link to image attributionThe busiest train station in North Carolina is located at 1914 N Tryon St, slightly northeast of downtown Charlotte. This station is the origin point for the Amtrak Carolinian to New York City and the Amtrak Piedmont to Raleigh. The Amtrak Crescent also stops in Charlotte on its route from New York City to New Orleans. The station has free parking and vending machines onsite, and is close to several stations for the local LYNX light rail.
Popular train stations in Charlotte:
1914 N Tryon St
What train companies travel to Charlotte, North Carolina?
Located in North Carolina, Charlotte is accessible by train from 43 other cities. You can choose from 96 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Charlotte on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
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Train companies serving Charlotte
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 270 | 22h 5m | €162.66 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 31 | 6h 54m | €75.23 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 23 | 6h 13m | €50.79 |
| Amtrak Piedmont | 8 | 2h 17m | €21.89 |
| Amtrak Northeast Regional | 5 | 2h 16m | €23.12 |
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.
The Crescent is Amtrak’s passenger train service that runs from New York to New Orleans by way of Atlanta. As an overnight service, the Crescent offers a variety of amenities and accommodation options. There’s also a café car where you can enjoy freshly prepared meals and a variety of soft and alcoholic beverages. Like all Amtrak trains, the Crescent offers free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom.
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 boasts seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available in the Café car.
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.
The Northeast Regional is Amtrak’s passenger rail service that runs between Boston, MA and Virginia Beach, VA, connecting over 50 cities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. While the line’s downtown-to-downtown train service makes traveling between the biggest cities in the Northeast convenient and hassle-free, the train’s amenities make the journey comfortable and relaxing as well. Amtrak passengers can enjoy large seats with extra legroom and power outlets, as well as free WiFi and clean bathrooms. The Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.
Which train service has the best service to Charlotte?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Charlotte by train with Amtrak Crescent giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Piedmont had the most comfortable train service to Charlotte taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Piedmont offers. They rate Amtrak Piedmont a 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Charlotte punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Northeast Regional has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Charlotte, rating them a 4.6 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Charlotte is 1914 N Tryon St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Charlotte.
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| Greensboro | 1h 37m | €18.40 |
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| Cary | 2h 58m | €25.38 |
| Durham | 2h 38m | €25.39 |
| High Point | 1h 23m | €15.17 |
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