Piedmont
Raleigh, NC → Charlotte, NC · 173 miles · 3h 10m
173 miles
3h 10m
3x daily each way
79 mph
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About the Piedmont
North Carolina's own state-owned service, with immaculate refurbished equipment and one of the strongest on-time records in the country.
What makes this route worth taking
- State-owned and famously well kept
- Three daily round trips
- Serves Durham, Burlington, Greensboro, High Point
- Excellent on-time performance
Agent's tip
Often cheaper than the Carolinian for the same city pair — we always compare both.
Classes of service on this route
The Piedmont operates with Refurbished heritage / Venture. Available accommodation:
This is a daytime service without sleeping accommodation. Business Class, where offered, adds seat pitch, a quieter car and usually a complimentary beverage — and on many corridor services the upgrade costs less than $40.
States and provinces served
Stations along the route
| # | Station |
|---|---|
| 1 | Raleigh |
| 2 | Cary |
| 3 | Durham |
| 4 | Burlington |
| 5 | Greensboro |
| 6 | High Point |
| 7 | Salisbury |
| 8 | Kannapolis |
| 9 | Charlotte |
Station lists reflect the principal calling pattern. Individual departures may omit stops or add seasonal calls. Schedules, equipment and station stops are set by the carrier and change without notice — confirm current details with your agent at the time of booking.
Booking the Piedmont
Fares on this route move in buckets and only ever step upward, so the cheapest time to book is the moment your dates are firm. Our agents check the live reservation system, test alternative fare constructions, apply every discount you qualify for and — where the view matters — note your preferred side of the train on the reservation.
Call +1 (888) 821-4679 and describe the trip. Most bookings are confirmed inside five minutes.
