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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: August 19 atDeparture city: CharlotteDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: August 20 atDestination city: LafayetteDestination location: Lafayette, LAOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - Departure time: August 19 atDeparture city: CharlotteDeparture location: Amtrak StationArrival time: August 20 atDestination city: LafayetteDestination location: Lafayette, LAOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Charlotte to LafayetteAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Charlotte, NC to Lafayette, LA: Trip Overview
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Based on 5398 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 $172
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The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Aug 15, 2025 with a price of $194To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Lafayette, LA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $194 to $748 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $200 which is on 2025-08-19.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charlotte to Lafayette is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lafayette you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Charlotte and Lafayette, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Charlotte to Lafayette.
Did you know?
New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
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