How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Houston?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Houston start from R 3 440. The average price for this train route is around R 3 869. 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 Houston?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Houston is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1492 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Houston 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 Houston?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Houston departs at 02:55. And the latest train departs at 02:55.

Train Charlotte to Houston from R 3 511 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Houston on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Charlotte to Houston on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Charlotte to Houston on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:55	Amtrak Station	1d 16h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
02:55	Amtrak Station	1d 16h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags
05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Houston on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Houston on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:55	Amtrak Station	1d 16h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
02:55	Amtrak Station	1d 16h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags
05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags
05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Houston on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
02:55	Amtrak Station	1d 16h	18:18	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
02:55	Amtrak Station	1d 16h	18:18	Amtrak Station	No tags
05:31	Amtrak Station	2d 8h	13:15	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:07 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 654, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1486 kmDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 654 - R 7 801	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 440 - R 17 794	Average duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 3 440

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Houston, 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 Houston?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Houston start from R 3 440. The average price for this train route is around R 3 869. 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 Houston?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Houston is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1492 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Houston 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 Houston?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Houston departs at 02:55. And the latest train departs at 02:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 11 517

11/12

R 26 925

Today

R 4 220

13/12

R 31 628

14/12

R 4 220

15/12

R 10 929

16/12

R 3 805

17/12

R 8 820

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 805

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 805 to R 39 980 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 805, which is on 2025-12-16.