How much is the train ticket from Houston to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Charlotte start from $212. The average price for this train route is around $242. 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 Houston to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Houston to Charlotte is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 925 miles (1492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Houston to Charlotte 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 Houston to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from Houston to Charlotte at 12:10pm. And the latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Train Houston to Charlotte from $203 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:16 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

1d 5hAverage Duration

925 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $495	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$212 - $1,159	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 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 $212

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC 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 Houston to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Charlotte start from $212. The average price for this train route is around $242. 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 Houston to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Houston to Charlotte is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 925 miles (1492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Houston to Charlotte 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 Houston to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Houston to Charlotte at 12:10pm. And the latest train departs at 12:10pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$232

12/10

No data

Today

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12/12

$244

12/13

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12/14

$232

12/15

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12/16

$232

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $232

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

You can expect to pay from $232 to $984 for a train ticket from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $232 which is on 2025-12-14.