How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Lynchburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lynchburg start at $75. The average price for this train route is around $91. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Lynchburg?

The average train trip from Charlotte to Lynchburg takes 4h 6m and covers 284 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Lynchburg route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Lynchburg?

The earliest train from Charlotte to Lynchburg departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 5:31am.

Train Charlotte to Lynchburg from $87 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Lynchburg on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	4h 6m	9:37am	Kemper Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	4h 6m	9:37am	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:39 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Lynchburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lynchburg. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16h 30mAverage Duration

287 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$74 - $186	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$75 - $641	Average Duration4h 6m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $75

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Lynchburg, VA 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 Charlotte to Lynchburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Lynchburg start at $75. The average price for this train route is around $91. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Lynchburg?
The average train trip from Charlotte to Lynchburg takes 4h 6m and covers 284 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Lynchburg route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Lynchburg?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Lynchburg departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 5:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$87

12-11

$87

Today

$87

12-13

$87

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12-16

$87

12-17

$87

The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Lynchburg, VA was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $87

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 Lynchburg, VA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $87 to $712 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Lynchburg, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $87 which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Lynchburg, VA?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time16h 30m	Avg Price$110	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time4h 6m	Avg Price$91	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Charlotte, NC and Lynchburg, VA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $91 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $75. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Lynchburg, VA, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte, NC to Lynchburg, VA in about 4h 6m —that's the fastest way to get there!