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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Charlotte start from $224. The average price for this train route is around $415. 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 San Antonio to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Charlotte is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 1103 miles (1778 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Charlotte at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train San Antonio to Charlotte from $182 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Charlotte on January 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:25am	San Antonio Station	1d 21h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:25am	San Antonio Station	1d 21h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 18h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 18h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 18h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Charlotte on January 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:25am	San Antonio Station	1d 21h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:25am	San Antonio Station	1d 21h	5:06am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 18h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 18h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 10:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1101 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$147 - $457	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$224 - $2,457	Average Duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 162kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,735 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5735 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 $179

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Charlotte start from $224. The average price for this train route is around $415. 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 San Antonio to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Charlotte is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 1103 miles (1778 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Charlotte at 6:25am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/12

$351

01/13

$182

Today

$366

01/15

No data

01/16

$263

01/17

No data

01/18

$182

01/19

$321

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $182

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

You can expect to pay from $182 to $2,203 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2026-01-18.