How much does a train ticket from St. Louis to Charlotte cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Charlotte is $421. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Charlotte is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from St. Louis to Charlotte?

A train trip between St. Louis and Charlotte is around 1d 17h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 17h. This is the time it takes to travel the 567 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Charlotte?

The number of trains from St. Louis to Charlotte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Charlotte by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Charlotte?

When taking the train from St. Louis to Charlotte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train St. Louis to Charlotte from $288 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlotte on August 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlotte on August 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlotte on August 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlotte on August 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlotte on August 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Charlotte.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $321	Average Duration17h 50m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$309 - $1,675	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 83kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Charlotte

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 17 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

17h 50mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest ticket

23kgCO₂ emissions

Train St. Louis to Charlotte, NC: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$421

Average train trip duration1d 17h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure8:10am

Distance567 miles (914 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,418 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5418 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 $309

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

St. Louis to Charlotte Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/21

$380

08/22

No data

Today

$307

08/24

No data

08/25

$427

08/26

$288

08/27

$445

08/28

$1,341

The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $288

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

You can expect to pay from $288 to $1,617 for a train ticket from St. Louis to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $288 which is on 2025-08-26.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between St. Louis and Charlotte is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charlotte.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Charlotte, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between St. Louis and Charlotte compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from St. Louis to Charlotte while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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.

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