How much is the train ticket from Washington to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlotte start at $108. The average price for this train route is around $126. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Charlotte?

The average train trip from Washington to Charlotte takes 9h 48m and covers 529 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Charlotte route?

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

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

The earliest train from Washington to Charlotte departs at 11:08am. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Charlotte from $103 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on February 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	12:10pm	Union Station	9h 48m	9:58pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:03 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

9h 30mAverage Duration

544 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $356	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$108 - $298	Average Duration9h 48m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 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 $108

Amtrak Washington Charlotte recent customer reviews

Because of a personal incident I was rebooked at Union Station DC, and given a credit for being a Veteran, as well as for 80 years old, neither of which was made available to me at initial booking.

Myron G.

September 15, 2025

Overall great

Tadesse N.

November 13, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlotte start at $108. The average price for this train route is around $126. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Charlotte?
The average train trip from Washington to Charlotte takes 9h 48m and covers 529 km. The quickest train gets you there in 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Charlotte?
The earliest train from Washington to Charlotte departs at 11:08am. The latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-27

$286

01-28

$228

Today

$120

01-30

$153

01-31

$110

02-01

$103

02-02

$110

02-03

$110

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $103

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

You can expect to pay from $103 to $778 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2026-02-01.