How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from $99. The average price for this train route is around $148. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 11h 22m, covering a distance of 448 miles (723 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Philadelphia route?

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

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

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Philadelphia at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Train Charlotte to Philadelphia from $94 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on April 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on April 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on April 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	10h 42m	4:13pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	10h 42m	4:13pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on April 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	10h 42m	4:13pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on April 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on April 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Philadelphia on April 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	11h 11m	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	12h 15m	7:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 16 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49bus per day

16h 26mAverage Duration

456 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $211	Average Duration16h 26m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$99 - $280	Average Duration11h 22m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,784 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5784 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 $99

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from $99. The average price for this train route is around $148. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 11h 22m, covering a distance of 448 miles (723 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charlotte to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Philadelphia at 5:31am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/05

$308

04/06

$729

Today

$269

04/08

$159

04/09

$269

04/10

$224

04/11

$269

04/12

$729

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Apr 8, 2026 with a price of $159

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 $159 to $1,113 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 $159 which is on 2026-04-08.