How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Tampa?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Tampa start from R 1 579. The average price for this train route is around R 2 617. 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 Tampa?

The average train journey time from Charlotte to Tampa is 22h 7m, covering a distance of 825 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Tampa 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 Tampa?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Tampa departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 14:20.

Train Charlotte to Tampa from R 1 505 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Tampa on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	12:27	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Tampa on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	12:27	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Tampa on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	12:27	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Tampa on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	12:27	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charlotte to Tampa on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	14:20	Amtrak Station	22h 7m	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	12:27	Union Station	No tags
Train	05:31	Amtrak Station	1d 6h	12:27	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:16 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 18 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 698, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

18h 40mAverage duration

811 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 698 - R 5 547	Average duration18h 40m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 579 - R 4 121	Average duration22h 7m	CO₂ emissions 75kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 1 579

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Tampa 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 Tampa?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Tampa start from R 1 579. The average price for this train route is around R 2 617. 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 Tampa?
The average train journey time from Charlotte to Tampa is 22h 7m, covering a distance of 825 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Tampa 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 Tampa?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Tampa departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 14:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/12

R 2 699

12/12

R 3 806

Today

R 2 353

14/12

R 2 353

15/12

R 2 353

16/12

R 2 353

17/12

R 2 353

18/12

R 3 183

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Tampa was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 353

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 Tampa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 353 to R 25 203 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 353, which is on 2025-12-14.