How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Tucson?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Tucson start from $364. The average price for this train route is around $438. 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 Charlotte to Tucson?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Tucson is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 1735 miles (2797 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Tucson 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 Charlotte to Tucson?

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Tucson at 2:55am. And the latest train departs at 2:55am.

Train Charlotte to Tucson from $287 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Tucson on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	2d 19h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	2d 19h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:23 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

1732 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$127 - $644	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$364 - $693	Average Duration2d 19h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5735 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 $299

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Tucson 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 Charlotte to Tucson?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Tucson start from $364. The average price for this train route is around $438. 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 Charlotte to Tucson?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Tucson is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 1735 miles (2797 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Tucson 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 Charlotte to Tucson?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Tucson at 2:55am. And the latest train departs at 2:55am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/13

$287

01/14

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Today

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01/16

$382

01/17

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01/18

$455

01/19

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01/20

$287

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Tucson was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $287

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $287 to $1,391 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $287 which is on 2026-01-20.