How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Olympia?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Olympia start from R 11 816. The average price for this train route is around R 30 047. 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 Olympia?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Olympia is 4d 15h, covering a distance of 3699 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 13h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Olympia route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Charlotte to Olympia departs at 02:55. And the latest train departs at 05:31.

Train Charlotte to Olympia from R 28 993 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Olympia on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	3d 13h	15:39	Lacey - Centennial Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	4d 15h	17:59	Lacey - Centennial Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:23 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Olympia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Olympia. The journey takes about 3 days, 20 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 4 722, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3d 20hAverage duration

3702 kmDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 4 722 - R 8 307	Average duration3d 20h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 11 816 - R 70 093	Average duration4d 15h	CO₂ emissions 337kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 11 816

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Olympia 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 Olympia?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Olympia start from R 11 816. The average price for this train route is around R 30 047. 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 Olympia?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Olympia is 4d 15h, covering a distance of 3699 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Olympia route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Olympia?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Olympia departs at 02:55. And the latest train departs at 05:31.

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The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Olympia was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 28 993

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 Olympia as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 28 993 to R 46 815 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Olympia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 28 993, which is on 2025-12-13.