What is the cheapest way to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte?

The cheapest way to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte?

The fastest way to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte is to fly which takes 1h 43m and costs $140 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Research Triangle and Charlotte?

No, there is no direct bus from Research Triangle to Charlotte station. However, there are services departing from RDU Airport at Terminal 1 and arriving at Charlotte Bus Station via Regional Transit Center and Durham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Research Triangle to Charlotte?

The distance between Research Triangle and Charlotte is 138 miles. The road distance is 139.5 miles.

How do I travel from Research Triangle to Charlotte without a car?

The best way to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs $55 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Research Triangle to Charlotte bus from?

Research Triangle to Charlotte bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Durham station.

Train, bus or fly from Research Triangle to Charlotte?

The best way to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte is to fly which takes 1h 43m and costs $140 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $70 and takes 3h 16m, you could also bus, which costs $27 - $55 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Research Triangle to Charlotte bus arrive?

Research Triangle to Charlotte bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Charlotte Bus Station.

Can I drive from Research Triangle to Charlotte?

Yes, the driving distance between Research Triangle to Charlotte is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Research Triangle to Charlotte.

Where can I stay near Charlotte?

There are 714+ hotels available in Charlotte.

Research Triangle to Charlotte - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Research Triangle to Charlotte by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)RDU - CLT
1h 43m
$145–377
Drive 138.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Research Triangle to Charlotte138.7 mi
3h 2m
$26–37
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak StationPiedmont / ...
3h 16m
$58–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durham to Charlotte Bus StationFlixBus N2471 / ...
4h 28m
$27–52

Research Triangle to Charlotte by bus

109Weekly Buses

4h 28mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.9 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Research Triangle, NC, USA and Charlotte, NC, USA?

American Airlines flies from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $28–33 and the journey takes 2h 58m.

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