How much does a train ticket cost from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £114. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 11h 11m, covering a distance of 448 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Philadelphia departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:45.

Train Charlotte to Philadelphia from £73 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	16:42	30th Street Station	Fastest

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	10h 37m	16:08	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	10h 37m	16:08	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	10h 37m	16:08	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	10h 37m	16:08	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	19:00	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 11 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just £76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

11h 11mAverage duration

448 milesDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£48 - £282	Average duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£76 - £509	Average duration11h 11m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5628 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 £76

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £114. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 11h 11m, covering a distance of 448 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Philadelphia departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 06:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05/12

£73

06/12

£121

Today

£142

08/12

£142

09/12

£109

10/12

£109

11/12

£171

12/12

£171

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £73

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £73 to £491 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £109, which is on 2025-12-09.