How much is the train ticket from Houston to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to Charlotte start from $199. The average price for this train route is around $254. 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 $130 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Charlotte on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		12:10pm	Amtrak Station	1d 15h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:42 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, 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

928 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $508	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$199 - $511	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $154

US train companies: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 $199. The average price for this train route is around $254. 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

01/23

$232

01/24

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Today

$147

01/26

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01/27

$130

01/28

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01/29

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01/30

$232

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $130

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 $130 to $928 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 $130 which is on 2026-01-27.