How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to San Antonio?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to San Antonio start from $224. The average price for this train route is around $384. 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 San Antonio?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to San Antonio is 2d 17h, covering a distance of 1103 miles (1778 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to San Antonio 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 San Antonio?

The earliest train departs from Charlotte to San Antonio at 2:55am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

Train Charlotte to San Antonio from $215 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to San Antonio on January 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	2d 18h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	2d 18h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to San Antonio on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	2d 18h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	2d 18h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to San Antonio on January 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	1d 22h	12:05am	San Antonio Station	CheapestFastest
Train	2:55am	Amtrak Station	1d 22h	12:05am	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	2d 18h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	2d 18h	10:46pm	San Antonio Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:29 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1101 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $576	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$224 - $2,819	Average Duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 162kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,743 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5743 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 $224

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to San Antonio, US 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 San Antonio?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to San Antonio start from $224. The average price for this train route is around $384. 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 San Antonio?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to San Antonio is 2d 17h, covering a distance of 1103 miles (1778 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to San Antonio 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 San Antonio?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to San Antonio at 2:55am. And the latest train departs at 5:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/17

$1,337

01/18

$916

Today

$477

01/20

$215

01/21

$426

01/22

$426

01/23

$263

01/24

$471

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to San Antonio, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $215

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 San Antonio, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $215 to $1,634 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $215 which is on 2026-01-20.