How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Boston?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Boston start from R 2 112. The average price for this train route is around R 3 966. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Boston?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Boston is 18h 44m, covering a distance of 1157 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 27m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Boston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Boston?

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

Train Charlotte to Boston from R 2 022 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Boston on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 27m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 27m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 27m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Boston on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 27m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 27m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	18h 27m	23:58	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Boston on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	CheapestFastest
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	10:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	10:05	South Station (Train Terminal)	No tags
Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 3h	09:58	Back Bay Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Boston on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	06:45	Amtrak Station	1d 2h	09:42	Boston Route 128, MA	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 23m	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	Fastest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 23m	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	19h 28m	00:59	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	17h 23m	22:54	Boston Route 128, MA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:09 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 391, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

20h 20mAverage duration

1161 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 391 - R 5 031	Average duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 112 - R 27 181	Average duration18h 44m	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 112

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Boston?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Boston start from R 2 112. The average price for this train route is around R 3 966. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Boston?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Boston is 18h 44m, covering a distance of 1157 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 27m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Boston?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Boston 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

24/01

R 2 646

25/01

R 3 221

Today

R 2 646

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No data

28/01

R 3 221

29/01

R 2 301

30/01

R 2 383

31/01

R 2 301

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 301

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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 301 to R 13 278 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 301, which is on 2026-01-29.