How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Lakeland?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lakeland start from R 1 570. The average price for this train route is around R 2 603. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Lakeland?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Lakeland is 21h 18m, covering a distance of 808 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Lakeland route?

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

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

The earliest train from Charlotte to Lakeland departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 14:20.

Train Charlotte to Lakeland from R 1 961 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Lakeland on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Lakeland on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Lakeland on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Lakeland on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Lakeland on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Lakeland on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	21h 18m	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	11:38	Lakeland Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 1:44 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Lakeland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 20 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 586, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

20h 25mAverage duration

802 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 586 - R 5 731	Average duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 570 - R 20 121	Average duration21h 18m	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5648 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 1 570

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Lakeland, FL 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 Charlotte to Lakeland?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lakeland start from R 1 570. The average price for this train route is around R 2 603. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Lakeland?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Lakeland is 21h 18m, covering a distance of 808 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Lakeland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Lakeland?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Lakeland departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 14:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

R 2 340

14/12

R 2 340

Today

R 2 340

16/12

R 2 340

17/12

R 2 340

18/12

R 3 166

19/12

R 4 507

20/12

R 4 507

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 340

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 340 to R 23 291 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 340, which is on 2025-12-16.