How much is the train ticket from Washington to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlotte start from $78. The average price for this train route is around $116. 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 Washington to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Washington to Charlotte is 8h, covering a distance of 328 miles (529 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train departs from Washington to Charlotte at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

Train Washington to Charlotte from $74 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	11:08am	Union Station	9h 48m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 8 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

8h 45mAverage Duration

332 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$45 - $205	Average Duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$78 - $215	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5637 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 $78

Amtrak Washington Charlotte recent customer reviews

Because of a personal incident I was rebooked at Union Station DC, and given a credit for being a Veteran, as well as for 80 years old, neither of which was made available to me at initial booking.

Myron G.

September 15, 2025

Overall great

Tadesse N.

November 13, 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlotte start from $78. The average price for this train route is around $116. 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 Washington to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Washington to Charlotte is 8h, covering a distance of 328 miles (529 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Washington to Charlotte 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 Washington to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Washington to Charlotte at 11:08am. And the latest train departs at 6:30pm.

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

$164

12/10

$86

Today

$206

12/12

$164

12/13

$86

12/14

$137

12/15

$137

12/16

$110

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $561 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-12-13.