What is the cheapest way to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary?

The cheapest way to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary?

The fastest way to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between UNC Charlotte–Main Station and Cary?

No, there is no direct bus from UNC Charlotte–Main Station station to Cary. However, there are services departing from JW Clay Station Bay and arriving at Cary Depot via Charlotte Bus Station, Durham Station Gate J and Regional Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between UNC Charlotte–Main Station and Cary?

No, there is no direct train from UNC Charlotte–Main Station station to Cary. However, there are services departing from UNC Charlotte Station and arriving at Cary via Charlotte Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary?

The distance between UNC Charlotte–Main Station and Cary is 173 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

How do I travel from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary without a car?

The best way to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary, including transfers.

Where do I catch the UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary bus from?

UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary bus services, operated by Charlotte Area Transit System, depart from JW Clay Station Bay.

Where do I catch the UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary train from?

UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charlotte Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary?

The best way to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and bus and line 700 bus and line 310 bus, which costs $28 - $70 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary bus arrive?

UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary bus services, operated by Charlotte Area Transit System, arrive at Trade St & Graham St station.

Where does the UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary train arrive?

UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Cary station.

Can I drive from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary.

Where can I stay near Cary?

There are 542+ hotels available in Cary.

UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, tram, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to CaryPiedmont / ...
4h 33m
$32–47
Drive 122 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary122 mi
2h 41m
$23–33
Line 22 bus, bus, line 700 bus, line 310 bus
1. Take the bus from JW Clay Station Bay to Trade St & Graham St22
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Durham
3. Take the bus from Durham Station Gate J to Regional Transit Center700
4. Take the bus from Regional Transit Center to Cary Depot310
5h 52m
$28–68
Line 501 tram, fly, line 310 bus
1. Take the tram from UNC Charlotte Station to CTC Station
2. Fly from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)CLT - RDU
3. Take the bus from Regional Transit Center to Cary Depot
4h 22m
$125–368

UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary by tram, foot, and train (Amtrak)

35Weekly Services

4h 33mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between UNC Charlotte–Main Station, NC, USA and Cary, NC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Cary 5 times a day. Tickets cost $30–45 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from UNC Charlotte–Main Station to Cary Depot via JW Clay Station Bay, Trade St & Graham St, Charlotte Bus Station, Durham, Durham Station Gate J, and Regional Transit Center in around 5h 52m.

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