Search train tickets to Raleigh
Find and compare the best ground travel options in one place.
Quickview
How to get to Raleigh by train
| Routes | 58 |
| Trips per day | 110 |
| train lines | 3 |
| Stations | 1 |
Millions of travelers trust Wanderu every year to get:
Lowest Prices
We find the cheapest bus & train tickets, so you can wander for less.
Best Travel Options
We partner with 500+ carriers to bring you the most bus & train options.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
See what travelers are saying about Wanderu:
About Raleigh
As an up-and-coming smart city, Raleigh has a wide range of activities that will satisfy all kinds of travelers. One of the most famous destinations in the city is the Neuse River Trail, which boasts 28 miles of a scenic path running through Wake Forest. It goes through not only forests but also wetlands, allowing walkers and cyclists to take a breather from the concrete jungle and be one with nature. Raleigh is also a famous research city, so it makes sense to visit the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. With a permanent collection that attracts all ages, including whale skeletons and seahorse diorama, the museum is a great spot that you should not miss out on. If you wish to go shopping the old-fashioned way, the Raleigh City Market, which opened more than a century ago, allows you to meander through various small boutiques.
Raleigh’s reputation as a foodie haven is on a steady rise, and it currently houses five different establishments by chef Ashley Christensen, of which Poole’s Diner is particularly noteworthy. If you are looking for authentic North Carolina-style barbecues, Clyde Cooper’s stands among the most popular choices.
Raleigh’s main bus station is located outside of the city center at 2210 Capital Blvd. The city’s Amtrak station is one of the busiest in the country, and there are daily trains running from Raleigh to New York City, Charlotte and Miami, among other places. The principal airport in the region is the Raleigh–Durham International Airport, which is northwest of Downtown.
Station Information
Image credit: NCDOTcommunications
Link to image attribution
Image credit: NCDOTcommunications
Link to image attributionThe new multi-million dollar facility of Raleigh’s Union Station has quickly become one of the busiest train stations in North Carolina. Since opening in 2018, the station has expanded to serve over 150,000 passengers every year. Raleigh Union Station is an Amtrak station with routes connecting to major cities along the East Coast, including trips to New York City on the Carolinian or as far as Miami on Amtrak’s Silver Service. In addition, Amtrak’s Piedmont service from Charlotte ends its route in Raleigh. The station is a multi-level facility with tracks on the lower platform and retail shops on the main levels. It’s located in the heart of downtown, within a short walk of Nash Square, the CAM Raleigh art museum, and various restaurant options.
Popular train stations in Raleigh:
Union Station
What train companies travel to Raleigh, North Carolina?
Located in North Carolina, Raleigh is accessible by train from 58 other cities. You can choose from 110 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Raleigh on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Raleigh are also available.
Train companies serving Raleigh
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 252 | 15h 12m | €99.89 |
| Amtrak Carolinian | 23 | 4h 37m | €47.75 |
| Amtrak Piedmont | 8 | 1h 49m | €18.08 |
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 Raleigh?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to Raleigh by train with Amtrak Carolinian giving them a 4.4 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Piedmont had the most comfortable train service to Raleigh taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Piedmont offers. They rate Amtrak Piedmont a 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to Raleigh punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Piedmont has the best on time performance on their train schedules to Raleigh, rating them a 4.4 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The main train station in Raleigh is Union Station. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Raleigh.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Cary | 0h 18m | €7.04 |
| Charlotte | 3h 12m | €28.42 |
| Greensboro | 1h 39m | €15.58 |
| Durham | 0h 37m | €9.16 |
| Petersburg | 5h 56m | €40.81 |
Top train routes to and from Raleigh
Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.