Getting Around Raleigh

Located centrally on the East Coast, Raleigh is halfway between Florida and New York City. In fact, more than half of the United States population lives within a day's drive or an hour's flight.

Raleigh-Durham International Airport is served by many of the national airlines as well as certain regional carriers. It is located 14 miles from Raleigh.

I-40, which connects the East and West Coasts of the United States, passes through Raleigh and serves as one of the area's main thoroughfares. The area's first-rate system of state highways and the I-440 Beltline provide easy access to the city, surrounding communities and world-renowned Research Triangle Park. I-95 and I-85 run within 25 miles of the city.

The Raleigh area is accessible by Amtrak train and Greyhound bus service. Amtrak train routes stopping in Raleigh include the Carolinian, which travels from Charlotte to New York; the Piedmont, which travels from Raleigh to Charlotte; and the Silver Star, which travels from New York to Florida. Meanwhile, train routes stopping in Cary include the Carolinian and Piedmont.

The most convenient way to get around is by car, either personal or rental. Most major rental car companies have locations in town as well as at the airport. However, both local bus and trolley service is available. Driving in Raleigh can be a hassle with parking, traffic and traveling costs. Make your commute easier and catch a cat! Whether it is to take a trip to the mall, get to work or run errands around town, Capital Area Transit (cat) provides service throughout the city of Raleigh to make your commute an easy one.