How much does a cheap train ticket from Charlotte to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from Charlotte to Washington is $167. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charlotte to Washington 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 trip from Charlotte to Washington?

A train trip between Charlotte and Washington is around 8h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 531 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Charlotte and Washington?

The number of trains from Charlotte to Washington 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 Charlotte to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Charlotte to Washington?

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

Train Charlotte to Washington from $108 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	9h 46m	4:31pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	8h 16m	1:47pm	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	9h 46m	4:31pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	8h 16m	1:47pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	9h 46m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on November 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	8h 16m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	9h 46m	4:31pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	8h 16m	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Charlotte to Washington on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Amtrak Station	9h 46m	4:31pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	8h 16m	1:47pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	5:31am	Amtrak Station	8h 16m	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:13 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

532 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$52 - $260	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$113 - $958	Average Duration8h 16m	CO₂ emissions 48kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5597 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 $113

Amtrak Charlotte Washington recent customer reviews

We had a pretty sizeable delay

Peerke B.

June 7, 2024

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 Washington, DC, US by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Charlotte to Washington cost?
The average train ticket price from Charlotte to Washington is $167. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charlotte to Washington 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 trip from Charlotte to Washington?
A train trip between Charlotte and Washington is around 8h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 531 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Charlotte and Washington?
The number of trains from Charlotte to Washington 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 Charlotte to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Charlotte to Washington?
When taking the train from Charlotte to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-19

$108

11-20

$238

Today

$199

11-22

$342

11-23

$199

11-24

$299

11-25

$299

11-26

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The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $108

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $108 to $1,327 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $199 which is on 2025-11-23.