Amtrak stations in North Carolina
North Carolina invests more in passenger rail than almost any other state — the Piedmont fleet is state-owned and immaculately maintained.
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Rail travel in North Carolina
North Carolina invests more in passenger rail than almost any other state — the Piedmont fleet is state-owned and immaculately maintained.
Principal stations
Routes serving North Carolina
Full route guides for North Carolina
| Route | Endpoints | Journey |
|---|---|---|
| Carolinian | New York, NY → Charlotte, NC | 13h 15m |
| Crescent | New York, NY → New Orleans, LA | 30h |
| Palmetto | New York, NY → Savannah, GA | 15h 30m |
| Silver Meteor | New York, NY → Miami, FL | 27h 30m |
| Silver Star | New York, NY → Miami, FL | 31h |
| Auto Train | Lorton, VA → Sanford, FL | 17h 30m |
| Floridian | Chicago, IL → Miami, FL | 46h |
| Silver Service | New York, NY → Florida | 27–31h |
| Piedmont | Raleigh, NC → Charlotte, NC | 3h 10m |
Planning rail travel in North Carolina
Fares in and out of North Carolina generally move in tiers that only step upward, and sleeping-car space on long-distance services through the state tends to sell out well ahead of coach. Step-free access varies considerably between staffed stations and unstaffed halts, so it is worth confirming before you travel.
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Station counts, hub designations and route lists reflect our understanding at the time of publication. Carriers add, suspend and reroute services regularly. Confirm current details with your agent before travelling.
