The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
£247
Average price
£379
Fastest journey
17 h 27 m
Average duration
19 h 55 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA will cost around £379 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £247.
To travel from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA you need to make at least one change.
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast Regional
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast Regional
20 Crescent+
2172 Acela
20 Crescent+
2172 Acela
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional
20 Crescent+
2172 Acela
20 Crescent+
2172 Acela
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast RegionalTravel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £71, and a train costs an average of £116.
Distance: 1159 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£255 Average Price | £175 Average Price | £110 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 22m Average total duration 17h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 33m Average total duration 18h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.5 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA trains for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional | 10:31 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 18h39 | 05:10 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
20 Crescent+ 2172 Acela | 10:31 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 17h27 | 03:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
20 Crescent · 178 Northeast Regional | 10:31 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 18h44 | 05:15 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
20 Crescent+ 2172 Acela | 10:31 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 17h32 | 04:03 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast Regional | 11:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 27h13 | 14:58 Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
80 Carolinian · 66 Northeast Regional | 11:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 27h20 | 15:05 South Station, Boston, MA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA
Trains from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 but you can travel from only £71 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 1159 km distance in 18h 44m.
Distance 1159 km |
Average train duration 17h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 18h 44m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 18:51 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlotte, NC and Boston, MA from £71. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Charlotte, NC and Boston, MA
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Alexander Michael's
- The King's Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Westin Charlotte
- Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- Omni Charlotte Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: CATS Bus Routes 11, 21, 22
- Light Rail: LYNX Blue Line nearby
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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