4.0
Pros: Train was very comfortable. Cons: Tell us as soon as you know of train delay. Tips: Take your blanket it’s very very cold or dress warmly.
5.0
Pros: The staff was extremely helpful. Cons: Nothing. Everything was great.
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Cary to Winter Park Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Cary to Winter Park. Traveling by train from Cary to Winter Park usually takes 16 hours and 15 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Floridian train can make the trip in 13 hours and 23 minutes.
| Distance | 519 mi (835 km) |
| Fastest train | 13h 23m |
| Lowest price | SEK 703.67 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 2 |
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(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.5
Which train should you take from Cary to Winter Park?
2 train services operate from Cary to Winter Park. Amtrak usually has more trains scheduled, with 3 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 3 | 17h 16m | SEK 1,127.65 |
| Amtrak Floridian | 1 | 13h 26m | SEK 887.91 |
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 3 Amtrak trains from Cary to Winter Park every day, as well as 3 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from SEK 664.
Amtrak Floridian train tickets from Cary to Winter Park start from SEK 585, and on average cost . Daily there are 1 Amtrak Floridian schedules to Winter Park. Amtrak Floridian in Cary leaves from 211 N Academy St . And in Winter Park trains arrive at 148 W Morse Blvd .
From Cary to Winter Park train travel on Amtrak Floridian takes 13 hours and 26 minutes. If you are looking to get to Winter Park faster, Amtrak Floridian offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 13 hours and 23 minutes.
If you are looking to travel to Winter Park on a weekend there is typically one Amtrak Floridian scheduled trip per day, which will cost for a one-way weekend reservation from Cary.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Cary to Winter Park
Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Cary to Winter Park. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a bus or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
The distance between Cary and Winter Park is approximately 519 miles, or 835 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 16 hours and 15 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 23 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from Cary to Winter Park are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 Sunday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Cary at 5:00pm while the last train of the day leaves at 8:00pm. 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 4 scheduled trains on most days. There is one direct train, which you can stay on for the entire journey from Cary to Winter Park. In contrast, taking a non-direct train would require you to transfer trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Winter Park to Cary.
City Information
Cary
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Cary is a town in North Carolina's Research Triangle and a fast-growing suburb of Raleigh. Known for its robust dining scene and the sports teams it hosts, Cary is a top destination in the Raleigh-Durham area. North Carolina FC and North Carolina Courage share the WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary, and the city also hosts the USA Baseball National Training Complex, where you can attend many amateur and pre-professional baseball events throughout the year.
Outdoor enthusiasts can check out hiking and running trails on the Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve and American Tobacco Trail, a 22-mile rail-trail from Durham to Wake County.
The city of Cary also features a bustling craft beer scene, best experienced at one of its taverns, pubs, ale houses, or breweries. Fortnight Brewing Company and Bond Brothers Beer Company are two of many to check out. Downtown Cary is a charming neighborhood teeming with cafes, art centers, neighborhood bars, boutique hotels, and outdoor green spaces. Of course, the highlight of any visit to Cary is its dining scene: lick the barbecue sauce from your fingers at Brew N Que or savor a pastry at La Farm Bakery.
Three Amtrak trains, the Carolinian, Piedmont, and Silver Service, stop in Cary on their north-south routes. Train service makes it easy to reach Charlotte, New York, and Miami from Cary. Access intercity bus service in nearby Raleigh, where Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Wanda Coach, and more provide service to destinations throughout the South and the country at large.
Winter Park
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Winter Park is a city in Florida outside Orlando, known for its many outdoor spaces and art and museum centers. The Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens showcases sculptures in a lush setting, the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art is renowned for its Tiffany windows, and the Rollins Museum of Art exhibits artworks from ancient to contemporary periods.
Museums aside, Winter Park is a fabulous urban outdoor destination. Paddle through Winter Park Canals, smell the wisteria at Central Park, and relax in Kraft Azalea Garden on Lake Maitland. Winter Park's premier urban village has cypresses sweeping over red-brick streets lined with cafés, gastro pubs, and brewing companies. Walk along Park Avenue or in the Hannibal Square district for the best shopping and dining in historic settings.
Winter Park is one of the stops on Amtrak's Silver Service between New York City and Miami. FlixBus runs a few intercity bus routes directly to Winter Park, but additional bus lines go through nearby Orlando.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Cary?
Main departure station: 211 N Academy St
There is one train station in Cary.
All train stations in Cary:
211 N Academy St
Where is the train station in Winter Park?
Main arrival station: 148 W Morse Blvd
Winter Park has one train station.
All train stations in Winter Park:
148 W Morse Blvd
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