How much is the train ticket from Washington to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charlotte start from COP 288,793. The average price for this train route is around COP 427,102. 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 9h 40m, 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 COP 274,687 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on April 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on April 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on May 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on May 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charlotte on May 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	1:05pm	Union Station	9h 40m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	6:30pm	Union Station	8h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:31 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just COP 169,898, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

9h 25mAverage Duration

333 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceCOP 169,898 - COP 665,003	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceCOP 288,793 - COP 803,608	Average Duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,791 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5791 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 COP 288,793

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

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

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 COP 288,793. The average price for this train route is around COP 427,102. 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 9h 40m, 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

04/26

COP 772,094

04/27

COP 616,190

Today

COP 616,190

04/29

COP 326,655

04/30

COP 515,967

05/01

COP 515,967

05/02

COP 415,743

05/03

COP 616,190

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Apr 29, 2026 with a price of COP 326,655

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 COP 326,655 to COP 2,375,672 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 COP 326,655 which is on 2026-04-29.