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Trip Summary
There is usually just one train option from Southern Pines to Raleigh per day. The average train journey from Southern Pines to Raleigh takes one hour and 49 minutes, though some trains might be a few minutes slower or faster.
Distance | 60 mi (96 km) |
Fastest train | 1h 49m |
Lowest price | $10.00 |
Trains per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak |
Train lines | 2 |
Price trends for trains from Southern Pines to Raleigh
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Which train should you take from Southern Pines to Raleigh?
2 train services operate from Southern Pines to Raleigh. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak | 1 | 1h 50m | $23.30 |
Amtrak Silver Service | 1 | 1h 49m | $19.75 |
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 Southern Pines to Raleigh every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $10.
The Silver Service is an Amtrak train line that runs from New York City to Miami, connecting the largest cities in the Mid-Atlantic region with key destinations in the South and many places across the Sunshine State. Two trains, the Silver Meteor and Silver Star, collectively comprise the Silver Service. The trains come equipped with a variety of sleeper cars that travelers taking an overnight train can choose from, as well as a variety of amenities like free WiFi, power outlets, and a café car. One-way train tickets for the Silver Service from Southern Pines to Raleigh start from $16 and the average train journey lasts about 1 hours and 49 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Southern Pines to Raleigh
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Southern Pines to Raleigh on Sunday. Tickets for Sunday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Friday. Friday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Southern Pines at 7:00am and arrives in Raleigh about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Raleigh with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Raleigh to Southern Pines.
City Information
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
Where is the train station in Southern Pines?
Main departure station: 235 NW Broad St
There is one train station in Southern Pines.
All train stations in Southern Pines:
235 NW Broad St
Where is the train station in Raleigh?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Union Station
The 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.
All train stations in Raleigh:
Union Station
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