How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Charlotte start from R 1 543. The average price for this train route is around R 2 008. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Charlotte?

The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Charlotte is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 723 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Philadelphia to Charlotte departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Train Philadelphia to Charlotte from R 1 470 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charlotte on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charlotte on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	16h 36m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charlotte on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	04:20	30th Street Station	16h 36m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charlotte on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charlotte on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to Charlotte on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	08:36	30th Street Station	12h 20m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	15:38	30th Street Station	10h 52m	02:30	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Charlotte

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 543, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12h 20mAverage duration

723 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 989 - R 5 243	Average duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 543 - R 4 801	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 543

Amtrak Philadelphia Charlotte recent customer reviews

I really enjoyed my trip, the staff was very nice, good service

Florence C.

1 June 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Charlotte start from R 1 543. The average price for this train route is around R 2 008. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Charlotte?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Charlotte is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 723 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to Charlotte?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Charlotte departs at 04:20. And the latest train departs at 15:38.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 2 439

10/12

R 1 920

Today

R 3 840

12/12

R 3 183

13/12

R 2 716

14/12

R 2 854

15/12

No data

16/12

R 2 439

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 920

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 920 to R 11 051 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 439, which is on 2025-12-16.