How much is the train ticket from Philadelphia to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Charlotte start from $90. The average price for this train route is around $117. 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 Philadelphia to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Charlotte is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 448 miles (723 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 52m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Charlotte route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Charlotte at 4:20am. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Philadelphia to Charlotte from $94 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	16h 36m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Charlotte on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:20am	30th Street Station	16h 36m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	8:36am	30th Street Station	12h 20m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	10h 52m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Charlotte

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12h 20mAverage Duration

448 milesDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $304	Average Duration16h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$90 - $320	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5628 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 $90

Amtrak Philadelphia Charlotte recent customer reviews

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

Florence C.

June 1, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Charlotte start from $90. The average price for this train route is around $117. 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 Philadelphia to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to Charlotte is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 448 miles (723 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to Charlotte at 4:20am. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/05

$141

12/06

$141

Today

$114

12/08

$141

12/09

$141

12/10

$141

12/11

$141

12/12

$184

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $114

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 $114 to $639 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 $141 which is on 2025-12-08.