How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Seattle?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Seattle start from $512. The average price for this train route is around $796. 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 Seattle?

The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Seattle is 4d 17h, covering a distance of 2277 miles (3672 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charlotte to Seattle 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 Seattle?

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

Train Charlotte to Seattle from $570 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Seattle on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	3d 8h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	3d 8h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest

Next departures for Charlotte to Seattle on December 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	3d 8h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	3d 8h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	No tags
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	4d 17h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Seattle on January 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	4d 17h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	3d 8h	11:29am	Seattle King Street Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	4d 17h	7:51pm	Seattle King Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:34 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Seattle

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 3 days, 23 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $234, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

3d 23hAverage Duration

2276 milesDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$234 - $981	Average Duration3d 23h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$512 - $3,436	Average Duration4d 17h	CO₂ emissions 334kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,676 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5676 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 $512

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 Seattle 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 Seattle?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Seattle start from $512. The average price for this train route is around $796. 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 Seattle?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Seattle is 4d 17h, covering a distance of 2277 miles (3672 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte to Seattle 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 Seattle?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Seattle 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

12/23

$2,752

12/24

$3,318

Today

$729

12/26

$3,231

12/27

No data

12/28

No data

12/29

$570

12/30

No data

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Seattle was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $570

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 Seattle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $570 to $3,389 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $570 which is on 2025-12-29.