How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Charlotte cost?

The average train ticket price from Boston to Charlotte is US$212. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Boston to Charlotte?

A train trip between Boston and Charlotte is around 18h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 17h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 720 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Boston and Charlotte?

The number of trains from Boston to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Boston (MA), US to Charlotte (NC) | Amtrak

Fri30 May

Sat31 May

from US$185

Sun1 Jun

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Trains leaving Saturday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: 31 May at 08:45
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Back Bay Station
Arrival time: 1 June at 02:30
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 17h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: 31 May at 08:55
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
Arrival time: 1 June at 02:30
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 17h 35m
Departure time: 31 May at 08:45
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Back Bay Station
Arrival time: 1 June at 02:30
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 17h 45m
Departure time: 31 May at 08:45
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Back Bay Station
Arrival time: 1 June at 02:30
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 17h 45m
Departure time: 31 May at 18:51
Departure city: Boston
Departure location: Back Bay Station
Arrival time: 1 June at 20:56
Destination city: Charlotte
Destination location: Amtrak Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 1d 2h

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Charlotte

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$83 - US$247	Average duration20h 10m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average priceUS$124 - US$690	Average duration18h 12m	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

20h 10mAverage duration

US$83Cheapest ticket

29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Boston to Charlotte: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$212

Average train trip duration18h 12m

Number of daily trains7

Earliest train departure08:12

Distance717 miles

Latest train departure19:01

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,152 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5152 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 US$124.00

US train companies: Amtrak, Brightline

Boston to Charlotte Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston (MA), US - Charlotte (NC)

How much does a cheap train ticket from Boston to Charlotte cost?
The average train ticket price from Boston to Charlotte is US$212. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Boston to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Boston to Charlotte?
A train trip between Boston and Charlotte is around 18h 12m, although the fastest train will take about 17h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 720 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Boston and Charlotte?
The number of trains from Boston to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Boston to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/05

US$290

27/05

US$352

Today

US$295

29/05

US$158

30/05

US$197

31/05

US$177

01/06

US$177

02/06

US$157

The cheapest trip from Boston to Charlotte was searched and found on 2 Jun 2025 with a price of US$157

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

You can expect to pay from US$157 to US$1,495 for a train ticket from Boston to Charlotte based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$157, which is on 2025-06-02.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Boston and Charlotte is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charlotte.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Charlotte you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Boston and Charlotte, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Boston to Charlotte.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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Trains tickets from Boston (MA), US to Charlotte (NC)