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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Kannapolis, NC | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Kannapolis, NC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Kannapolis, NC | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Kannapolis, NC | No tags |
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Get from Raleigh to Kannapolis
The journey takes about 2 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $32
Amtrak Raleigh Kannapolis recent customer reviews
Prompt departure and arrival; assistance with bags; roomy seating. Would love to see the interior of trains updated and more box car seating, food items, beverages etc.
Holly C.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Raleigh to Kannapolis by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Raleigh to Kannapolis?
The cheapest train tickets from Raleigh to Kannapolis start from $32. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Raleigh to Kannapolis?
The average train ride duration from Raleigh to Kannapolis is 2h 41m, covering a distance of 113 miles (182 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Raleigh to Kannapolis route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Raleigh to Kannapolis?
The earliest train departs from Raleigh to Kannapolis at 6:30am. And the latest train departs at 5:30pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Raleigh to Kannapolis was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $29To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Raleigh to Kannapolis, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $29 to $43 for a train ticket from Raleigh to Kannapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-13.
