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Trip Summary

5 trains operate daily from High Point to Charlotte. The train trip from High Point to Charlotte is usually about one hour and 23 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as one hour and 13 minutes.

Distance69 mi (111 km)
Fastest train1h 13m
Lowest price£10.40
Trains per day5
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Piedmont
Train lines5

Train Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Overall score for trains from High Point to Charlotte

(Based on 8 ratings and reviews)

4.9

5.0

Louise

3 March 2023- Solo travel

Amtrak Piedmont

Pros: comfortable and quick and so cheap!!! Cons: Nothing. Tips: Travel by train if you can it is so nice and civilized.

5.0

Mary J

30 March 2022- Visiting family

Amtrak Piedmont

Pros: I liked the help I received with my suitcase, and the ride was pleasant and uneventful. Cons: The person at the ticket counter could have been friendlier. Tips: Be alert! You don’t have a lot of time to get on and off. Adequate, but you can’t dawdle!

4.0

Sarah

5 August 2021- Couples trip

Amtrak Piedmont

Pros: Very scenic, didn’t have to fight traffic. Was able to relax and sit and talk with my wife. Cons: The train was 30 minutes late getting to high point. I wish the local operator had communicated that better with us. Tips: Download the app prior to your trip.

5.0

Tameka

6 September 2020- Regular commuter

Amtrak Piedmont

Pros: I enjoy the fact that I arrive early. Cons: The seats are comfortable but I need a little bit of leg when you scratch my leg my leg stay bent too much it hurts when I stand up.

5.0

TAMEKA

30 August 2020- Regular commuter

Amtrak Piedmont

Pros: The smooth ride. Cons: More space to scratch my legs. Tips: Bring sanitizer wipe off your seat.

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

The average price for a train ticket from High Point to Charlotte is £12.58, This is one of the best deals we’ve seen for train fares recently. By booking your trip at least 23 days in advance, you increase your chances of scoring even cheaper tickets. But if you wait until the day of your trip to book tickets, expect to pay £0.22 more.

Average prices by travel date

£24£16£8AprMay

Over the next four weeks, the average daily price of train tickets to Charlotte from High Point is expected to remain pretty much the same. As a result, a one-way train trip will cost about £12 regardless of the day you pick to travel.

Monthly average prices

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Ticket prices for the train from High Point to Charlotte stay pretty consistent throughout the year. You can expect to pay around £12 regardless of when you plan to travel.

Prices as travel date approaches

£20£16£12£8£43020100

Since ticket prices on this route stay pretty consistent, you don’t need to book way in advance. However, we recommend buying your train ticket to Charlotte at least 48 hours before your scheduled departure to prevent any unpleasant surprises, like last-minute surges in price or sold-out tickets.

Which train should you take from High Point to Charlotte?

There are 5 train lines with service from High Point to Charlotte. Amtrak Piedmont is your best bet, with 2 scheduled trains per day.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak11h 13m£12.80
Amtrak Carolinian11h 24m£12.80
Amtrak Crescent11h 41m£12.18
Amtrak Northeast Regional11h 15m£12.80
Amtrak Piedmont21h 18m£12.80

  • 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 High Point to Charlotte 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 High Point and Charlotte, 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 24 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 High Point to Charlotte take about 1 hours and 41 minutes and the cost of a one-way train ticket on the Crescent starts from £10.

  • 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. With 1 daily train trips from High Point to Charlotte, the Northeast Regional is the busiest and most popular among all Amtrak routes.

  • 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 High Point and Charlotte is approximately 69 miles, or 111 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 23 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 13 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains from High Point to Charlotte are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Friday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs High Point at 00:00 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.

There are 5 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from High Point to Charlotte.

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

City Information

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.

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

Where is the train station in High Point?

Main departure station: 100 W High Ave

There is one train station in High Point.

All train stations in High Point:

  • 100 W High Ave

Where is the train station in Charlotte?

1914 N Tryon St - CLTAMT-0

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Main arrival station: 1914 N Tryon St

The 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.

Train stations in Charlotte:

  • 1914 N Tryon St

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