How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Lansing?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lansing start from $393. The average price for this train route is around $433. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Lansing?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Lansing is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 552 miles (890 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Lansing route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Lansing?

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Lansing at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

Train Charlotte to Lansing from $843 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Lansing on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 4h	10:05am	East Lansing Station	CheapestFastest
		5:31am	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	8:55pm	East Lansing Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:46 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Lansing

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lansing. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $200, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

554 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$200 - $322	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$393 - $963	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 81kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,645 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5645 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $330

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Lansing, MI by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Lansing?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lansing start from $393. The average price for this train route is around $433. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Lansing?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Lansing is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 552 miles (890 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Lansing route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Lansing?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Lansing at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

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The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Lansing, MI was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $843

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 Lansing, MI, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $843 to $950 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lansing, MI based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $843 which is on 2025-12-15.