Train from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Charlotte to Philadelphia on 6 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Amtrak Station
30th Street StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:36 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlotte to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

46bus per day
16h 30mAverage duration
733 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 104 - R 3 686Average duration16h 30m
18kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 708 - R 4 847Average duration12h 15m
66kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Philadelphia start from R 1 708. The average price for this train route is around R 2 551. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Charlotte to Philadelphia is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 723 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Philadelphia route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Charlotte to Philadelphia departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
03/04
R 3 883
04/04
R 3 224
Today
R 5 339
06/04
R 12 636
07/04
R 4 663
08/04
R 3 883
09/04
R 3 883
10/04
R 4 663
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 04 Apr 2026 with a price of R 3 224

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 224 to R 14 439 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 883, which is on 2026-04-08.

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