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How to get to Burlington by train
Routes | 18 |
Trips per day | 42 |
train lines | 3 |
Stations | 1 |
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About Burlington
About halfway between Winston-Salem and Durham in North Carolina, Burlington is a bustling city originally named "Company Shops" because of the railroad offices and shops that the North Carolina Railroad Company established at the site. Though a small city, Burlington's community is a charming place to explore with all of the amenities you need for a comfortable stay.
Start at the Company Shops Depot, once the town's busy train station but now a venue for events and concerts. Next, learn about the War of the Regulation that occurred in North Carolina in 1771 by visiting the Alamance Battleground State Historic Site. If you're traveling with little ones, head to neighboring Graham to spend the day at the Children's Museum of Alamance County. Nature lovers can check out the Shallow Ford Natural Area and tours at Cedarock Park.
The nearest major airport is Raleigh-Durham International Airport, about 45 minutes away from Burlington. You can take the Amtrak Carolinian or Piedmont directly into Burlington from New York, D.C., Charlotte, or Raleigh. Bus routes also make it easy to reach Burlington, especially on affordable Wanda Coach trips from New York.
What train companies travel to Burlington, North Carolina?
Located in North Carolina, Burlington is accessible by train from 18 other cities. You can choose from 42 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Burlington on Wanderu. Amtrak Piedmont usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Burlington are also available.
Train companies serving Burlington
Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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Amtrak | 123 | 3h 50m | CHF 30.48 |
Amtrak Carolinian | 23 | 2h 0m | CHF 19.57 |
Amtrak Piedmont | 8 | 0h 56m | CHF 9.52 |
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 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.
Which train carrier has the best service to Burlington?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Burlington by train with Amtrak Piedmont giving them a 4.8 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Piedmont had the most comfortable train service to Burlington taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Piedmont offers. They rate Amtrak Piedmont a 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Burlington punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Piedmont has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Burlington, rating them a 4.7 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Burlington is 101 N Main St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Burlington.
Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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High Point | 0h 40m | CHF 8.25 |
Durham | 0h 36m | CHF 8.26 |
Raleigh | 1h 9m | CHF 10.08 |
Charlotte | 1h 55m | CHF 18.33 |
Cary | 0h 57m | CHF 8.25 |
Top train routes to and from Burlington
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