How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Charlotte start from $185. The average price for this train route is around $237. 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 Rochester to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Rochester to Charlotte is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 573 miles (924 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Rochester 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 Rochester to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from Rochester to Charlotte at 5:40am. And the latest train departs at 5:40am.

Train Rochester to Charlotte from $177 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Rochester to Charlotte on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	20h 50m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:40am	Louise M. Slaughter Station	20h 50m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 9:40 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester 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 1 day, 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

574 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $450	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$185 - $890	Average Duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 84kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5684 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 $185

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rochester, NY, 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 Rochester to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Charlotte start from $185. The average price for this train route is around $237. 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 Rochester to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Rochester to Charlotte is 20h 50m, covering a distance of 573 miles (924 km). The quickest train can get you there in 20h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Rochester 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 Rochester to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Rochester to Charlotte at 5:40am. And the latest train departs at 5:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/26

$227

12/27

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12/31

$284

The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $227

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

You can expect to pay from $227 to $785 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $284 which is on 2025-12-31.