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Cary to Greenville Train Schedule
Trip Summary
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Cary to Greenville. The train trip from Cary to Greenville is usually about 8 hours and 47 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest Amtrak train can get you there in as little as 7 hours and 53 minutes.
| Distance | 80 mi (129 km) |
| Fastest train | 7h 53m |
| Lowest price | RON 181.14 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
What is the price of a train ticket from Cary to Greenville?
Over the past month, a train ticket between Cary, NC and Greenville, NC cost RON 181.14, on average. This price makes taking the train a budget-friendly option to get to Greenville. Booking your trip at least 17 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around RON 5.88 more.
Monthly avg. prices
Which train should you take from Cary to Greenville?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Cary to Greenville. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 8h 48m | RON 186.79 |
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 Cary to Greenville every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 181.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Cary to Greenville
The distance between Cary and Greenville is approximately 80 miles, or 129 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 8 hours and 47 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 7 hours and 53 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.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Cary to Greenville. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Wednesday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Cary at 9:00am and arrives in Greenville around 7 hours later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Greenville 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.
Greenville
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Greenville is a city in North Carolina, not to be mistaken with the city of the same name one state south. The city is known as a college town, as it is home to East Carolina University. Greenville offers different opportunities for outdoor entertainment and family-friendly outings. There are multiple spots for walking, biking, fishing, camping, and trails, like the River Park North, South Tar River Greenway, and Town Common. It has many parks, from Wildwood Park and Alice F. Keene District Park to Sawyer's Fun Park and H. Boyd Lee Park. These community-friendly parks have recreational centers, playgrounds, and lighted ball fields. Greenville also has a Museum of Art, which will appeal to art and history buffs.
As it's a college town, Greenville offers different nighttime options aside from its family-friendly entertainment venues. The entertainment districts are Uptown Greenville and Dickinson Avenue District, offering live music venues, local eateries, pubs, rooftop bars, craft breweries, and sports bars.
Greenville is easily accessible by bus from other neighboring cities, with most buses from Greyhound. You can also visit it by train although there are not a lot of routes offered. The GREAT Bus System and Pitt Area Transit provide public bus lines in Greenville.
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 Greenville?
Main arrival station: G.K. Butterfield Transportation Ctr
Greenville has one train station.
All train stations in Greenville:
G.K. Butterfield Transportation Ctr
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