The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£136
Average price
£202
Fastest journey
12 h 17 m
Average duration
13 h 4 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
855 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around £202 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £136.
Of the 2 trains that leave Charlotte, NC for New York, NY every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 855 km distance in an average of 13 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
80 Carolinian6:4513h50Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC20:35Penn Station, New York, NY£1361One-way0 changes
20 Crescent5:3112h17Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC17:48Penn Station, New York, NY£2681One-way0 changes
20 Crescent5:3112h17Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC17:48Penn Station, New York, NY£2681One-way0 changes
80 Carolinian6:4513h50Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC20:35Penn Station, New York, NY£1361One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Charlotte, NC to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £82.
Distance: 855 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£166 Average Price | £123 Average Price | £96 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 59m Average total duration 13h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 29m Average total duration 13h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Charlotte, NC to New York, NY train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to New York, NY trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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20 Crescent | 5:31 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 12h17 | 17:48 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
80 Carolinian | 6:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 13h50 | 20:35 Penn Station, New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY
Trains from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £82 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 855 km distance in 12h 17m.
Distance 855 km |
Average train duration 13h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £82 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 17m |
First train 4:04 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlotte, NC and New York, NY from £32. 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 New York, NY train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Charlotte, NC and New York, NY
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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