What is the cheapest way to get from Elkin to Cary?

The cheapest way to get from Elkin to Cary is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elkin to Cary?

The fastest way to get from Elkin to Cary is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from Elkin to Cary?

The distance between Elkin and Cary is 147 miles. The road distance is 138.2 miles.

How do I travel from Elkin to Cary without a car?

The best way to get from Elkin to Cary without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 53m and costs $150 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Elkin to Cary?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Elkin to Cary, including transfers.

Can I drive from Elkin to Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkin to Cary is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Elkin to Cary.

Where can I stay near Cary?

There are 460+ hotels available in Cary.

Elkin to Cary - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elkin to Cary by taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Elkin to High Point
2. Take the train from High Point to CaryPiedmont / ...
2h 53m
$154–188
Drive 137.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elkin to Cary137.4 mi
2h 31m
$26–37
Taxi, bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Elkin to Winston Salem(Trans Center)
2. Take the bus from Winston Salem(Trans Center) to Greensboro Bus Stop
3. Take the train from Greensboro to Cary
4h 2m
$125–182
Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the taxi from Elkin to Winston Salem(Trans Center)
2. Take the bus from Winston Salem(Trans Center) to DurhamGreyhound US0670
4h 35m
$108–143

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 145.7 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Elkin, NC, USA and Cary, NC, USA?

There is no direct connection from Elkin to Cary. However, you can take the taxi to High Point then take the train to Cary. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Winston Salem(Trans Center), take the bus to Greensboro Bus Stop, walk to Greensboro, then take the train to Cary.

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