How much is the train ticket from Houston to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Charlotte start at $303. The average price for this train route is around $346. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Houston to Charlotte?

The average train trip from Houston to Charlotte takes 1d 15h and covers 1492 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Houston to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Charlotte?

The earliest train from Houston to Charlotte departs at 12:10pm. The latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Train Houston to Charlotte from $308 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:27 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

1496 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $532	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$303 - $1,659	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $303

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC 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 Houston to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Charlotte start at $303. The average price for this train route is around $346. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Houston to Charlotte?
The average train trip from Houston to Charlotte takes 1d 15h and covers 1492 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to Charlotte?
The earliest train from Houston to Charlotte departs at 12:10pm. The latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11-29

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11-30

$705

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12-02

$333

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12-05

$441

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $333

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $333 to $1,196 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $333 which is on 2025-12-02.