Trains tickets from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC

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Today28 Jul
from US$582
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$171
Wed30 Jul
from US$144
Thu31 Jul
from US$128
Fri1 Aug
from US$171
Sat2 Aug
from US$128
Sun3 Aug
from US$144
Mon4 Aug
from US$128

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: Charlotte
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Charlotte

Bus
Average priceUS$42 - US$236Average duration8h 30m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$75 - US$215Average duration9h 48m
48kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
8h 30mAverage duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$116
Average train trip duration9h 48m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure11:08
Distance328 miles
Latest train departure18:30

Washington to Charlotte Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Charlotte from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Charlotte, NC

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Washington to Charlotte cost?

    The average train ticket price from Washington to Charlotte is US$116. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Washington 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from Washington to Charlotte?

    A train trip between Washington and Charlotte is around 9h 48m, although the fastest train will take about 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 329 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Washington and Charlotte?

    The number of trains from Washington to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Washington to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Washington to Charlotte?

    When taking the train from Washington to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/07
US$206
27/07
US$206
Today
US$561
29/07
US$164
30/07
US$137
31/07
US$122
01/08
US$164
02/08
US$122
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$122

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

You can expect to pay from US$122 to US$561 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$122, which is on 2025-07-31.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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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 Washington and Charlotte, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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.

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Train from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US

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