Train from Charlotte, NC to San Antonio, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to San Antonio on January 21
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Amtrak Station
San Antonio StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
San Antonio StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:29 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours, and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
1776 kmDistance
44kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$153 - $820Average Duration1d 9h
44kg CO₂e
Average Price$319 - $4,016Average Duration2d 17h
162kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to San Antonio, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to San Antonio?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to San Antonio start at $319. The average price for this train route is around $546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Charlotte to San Antonio?

    The average train trip from Charlotte to San Antonio takes 2d 17h and covers 1778 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Charlotte to San Antonio route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to San Antonio?

    The earliest train from Charlotte to San Antonio departs at 2:55am. The latest train departs at 5:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01-17
$1,905
01-18
$1,305
Today
$680
01-20
$307
01-21
$607
01-22
$607
01-23
$375
01-24
$671
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $307

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 San Antonio, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $307 to $2,328 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $307 which is on 2026-01-20.

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