How much is the train ticket from Harrisburg to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Charlotte start from R 2 366. The average price for this train route is around R 3 476. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Charlotte?

The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Charlotte is 15h 1m, covering a distance of 658 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Charlotte 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 Harrisburg to Charlotte?

The earliest train from Harrisburg to Charlotte departs at 05:45. And the latest train departs at 13:05.

Train Harrisburg to Charlotte from R 2 560 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Harrisburg to Charlotte on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	15h 11m	20:56	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	05:45	Harrisburg, PA	15h 11m	20:56	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:03 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to Charlotte

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 15 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 2 366, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

15h 1mAverage duration

658 kmDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 378 - R 7 232	Average duration19h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 366 - R 21 125	Average duration15h 1m	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 2 366

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg to Charlotte, NC 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 Harrisburg to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Charlotte start from R 2 366. The average price for this train route is around R 3 476. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Charlotte?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Charlotte is 15h 1m, covering a distance of 658 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Charlotte 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 Harrisburg to Charlotte?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to Charlotte departs at 05:45. And the latest train departs at 13:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

R 3 079

10/12

R 3 062

Today

R 3 822

12/12

R 4 480

13/12

No data

14/12

No data

15/12

No data

16/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 062

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Harrisburg to Charlotte, NC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 062 to R 12 279 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 480, which is on 2025-12-12.