How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from R 1 614. The average price for this train route is around R 2 411. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 11h 22m, covering a distance of 723 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Philadelphia 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 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 R 1 540 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 28 January
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 29 January
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 30 January
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 31 January
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 1 February
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

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 2 February
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 3 February
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

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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 22 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 614, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

11h 22mAverage duration

723 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 002 - R 4 106	Average duration16h 21m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 614 - R 5 242	Average duration11h 22m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 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 1 614

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from R 1 614. The average price for this train route is around R 2 411. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 11h 22m, covering a distance of 723 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Philadelphia 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 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

25/01

R 1 819

26/01

R 1 819

Today

R 2 310

28/01

R 2 310

29/01

R 2 310

30/01

R 2 310

31/01

R 1 688

01/02

R 2 310

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 688

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 R 1 688 to R 8 257 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 R 1 688, which is on 2026-01-31.