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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5614 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 £246
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Los Angeles, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Charlotte to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Los Angeles start from £246. The average price for this train route is around £370. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Los Angeles is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 2111 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Los Angeles departs at 02:55. And the latest train departs at 05:31.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £259To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £259 to £1,682 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £259, which is on 2025-12-02.
