How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Charlotte start from $145. The average price for this train route is around $175. 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Charlotte is 18h 56m, covering a distance of 650 miles (1048 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 56m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Orleans to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Charlotte at 9:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:10am.

Train New Orleans to Charlotte from $138 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans 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	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 56m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 56m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlotte on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 56m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 56m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans 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	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 56m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	18h 56m	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:07 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

18h 50mAverage Duration

648 milesDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $236	Average Duration18h 50m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$145 - $652	Average Duration18h 56m	CO₂ emissions 95kg 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. 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 $145

Amtrak New Orleans Charlotte recent customer reviews

I love antrak i used in California and always was efficient

Gustavo G.

December 30, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Charlotte start from $145. The average price for this train route is around $175. 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 New Orleans to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Charlotte is 18h 56m, covering a distance of 650 miles (1048 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Orleans to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Charlotte at 9:10am. And the latest train departs at 9:10am.

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

$291

11/30

$703

Today

$351

12/02

$199

12/03

$167

12/04

No data

12/05

$167

12/06

$138

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $138

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

You can expect to pay from $138 to $792 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2025-12-06.