How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Charlotte start at $556. The average price for this train route is around $1,168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from St. Louis to Charlotte takes 1d 17h and covers 915 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Charlotte 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 St. Louis to Charlotte?

The earliest train from St. Louis to Charlotte departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

Train St. Louis to Charlotte from $404 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlotte on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	Fastest

Next departures for St. Louis to Charlotte on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 17h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:15 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis 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 20 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

20h 25mAverage Duration

913 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$164 - $513	Average Duration20h 25m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$556 - $2,368	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 83kg 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 $556

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to Charlotte start at $556. The average price for this train route is around $1,168. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from St. Louis to Charlotte?
The average train trip from St. Louis to Charlotte takes 1d 17h and covers 915 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to Charlotte 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 St. Louis to Charlotte?
The earliest train from St. Louis to Charlotte departs at 8:10am. The latest train departs at 8:10am.

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

$535

12-11

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Today

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12-13

$1,752

12-14

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12-15

$662

12-16

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12-17

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The cheapest trip from St. Louis to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $535

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 $535 to $2,555 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 $662 which is on 2025-12-15.