Getting Around Fayetteville & Cumberland County, NC

Whether you're flying in, driving through, or exploring once you’ve arrived, Fayetteville offers a variety of convenient transportation options to help you get where you’re going. Our local airport, Fayetteville Regional (FAY), provides direct flights from major hubs and is just minutes from downtown. If you’re arriving by car, I-95 and several major highways make travel easy from anywhere along the East Coast.

Once you're here, getting around is simple. Choose from national car rental agencies, public bus routes via FAST Transit, or local taxi and ride-share services. Many hotels offer shuttle service, and parking is widely available throughout the county. Whether you're visiting for a reunion, a sports tournament, or a relaxing getaway, it's easy to get where you need to go.

Arriving

Cumberland County is approximately a 550-mile drive from New York City and a 540-mile drive from Orlando, making our destination a midway point along the eastern seaboard. As we like to say, we are "Midway to Mickey" and an ideal place to stop along your I-95 travels.

By Plane

Fayetteville Regional Airport services the Sandhills region and is served by American Airlines and Delta Connections. This airport offers frequent flights to each of those airlines' hubs, Charlotte and Atlanta, thereby connecting travelers to hundreds of destinations around the world.

By Train

Amtrak trains stop daily in Fayetteville, en route between New York and Miami. Southbound trains make stops here at 4:37 a.m. and 6:23 p.m., and northbound trains make stops here at 10:14 a.m. and 11:50 p.m.

Amtrack and Historic Train station

By Bus

Megabus offers low-cost express bus routes, and FAST operates within the City of Fayetteville.

Bus Traveler

Transportation Listings

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FAQs

What is the easiest way to get to Fayetteville?

Visitors can arrive by plane, car, bus, or train. Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY) offers direct flights from major hubs, while I-95 provides easy access for road trips along the East Coast.

Does Fayetteville have a commercial airport?

Yes. Fayetteville Regional Airport (FAY) offers commercial service with connections through major airline hubs, and it is located just minutes from downtown Fayetteville.

Are there public transportation options in the area?

FAST Transit operates bus routes throughout the City of Fayetteville. Service is best for planned trips, and schedules may vary by route and day.

Can I get around without renting a car?

Yes, depending on your itinerary. Taxis, ride-share services, hotel shuttles, and public transit are available, though a rental car may be the most convenient option for exploring the wider county.

Are rental cars available at the airport?

Multiple national car rental agencies operate at Fayetteville Regional Airport, with additional rental locations throughout the community.

Does Amtrak stop in Fayetteville?

Yes. Amtrak trains stop daily in Fayetteville along the East Coast route between New York and Miami. Arrival times vary by direction.

Is parking widely available?

Parking is generally easy to find throughout Fayetteville and Cumberland County, including downtown, hotels, attractions, and event venues.

Where can I find transportation providers listed on this page?

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