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There are 5 daily trains from Charlotte to High Point. Traveling by train from Charlotte to High Point usually takes around one hour and 16 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in one hour and 13 minutes.
| Distance | 69 mi (111 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 13m |
| Lowest price | €13.25 |
| Trains per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Piedmont |
| Train lines | 4 |
Overall score for trains from Charlotte to High Point
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Very impressed with the space for seating. I thought it was a first class car. Cons: Offer a food car instead of vending machines. Tips: Be early for your departure.
Pros: Very impressed with the space for seating. I thought it was a first class car. Cons: Offer a food car instead of vending machines. Tips: Be early for your departure.
5.0
Pros: Good ride. Cons: Do not know. Tips: Great way to travel.
Pros: Good ride. Cons: Do not know. Tips: Great way to travel.
In the last month, €13.26 was the average price of a train ticket from Charlotte to High Point. This is about as inexpensive as train tickets ever get. You can expect to find tickets at that price or lower if you book your trip at least 29 days in advance. Otherwise, expect to pay around €2.34 more than that for a same-day booking.
Over the next four weeks, the average daily price of train tickets to High Point from Charlotte is expected to remain pretty much the same. As a result, a one-way train trip will cost about €13 regardless of the day you pick to travel.
Since the average price of train trips from Charlotte 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.
There are 4 train lines with service from Charlotte to High Point. Amtrak Piedmont is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 1h 13m | €13.64 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 1 | 1h 16m | €13.64 |
| Amtrak Crescent | 1 | 1h 30m | €15.54 |
| Amtrak Piedmont | 2 | 1h 13m | €13.65 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Charlotte to High Point every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from €13.
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 Charlotte 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 16 minutes.
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. Train trips from Charlotte to High Point take about 1 hours and 30 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from €13.
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.
Is it safe to travel by train from Charlotte to High Point during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Our train partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, train carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
Although masks are no longer required on public transportation, we stand behind CDC guidelines that encourage passengers to wear a mask over their nose and mouth while on the train or in stations.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to High Point?
When are trains the most crowded?
Trains departing from Charlotte to High Point tend to have the most passengers on Sunday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Sunday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Friday as the least number of people tend to travel then.
When are the first and last trains of the day?
The earliest train departs Charlotte at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Is there a direct train from Charlotte to High Point?
There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Charlotte to High Point.
You can also take a train for your return trip from High Point to 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.
Image credit: Adam Moss
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.
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