The cheapest and fastest trains from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
£132
Average price
£157
Fastest journey
10 h 52 m
Average duration
14 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
725 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC will cost around £157 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
Of the 4 trains that leave Philadelphia, PA for Charlotte, NC 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 725 km distance in an average of 14 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 18 h 25 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.
19 Crescent15:3810h5230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:30Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1321One-way0 changes
79 Carolinian8:5813h4730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1321One-way0 changes
65 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian4:2018h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1691One-way1 change
153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian9:3313h1230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1941One-way1 change
19 Crescent15:3810h5230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA2:30Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1321One-way0 changes
153 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian9:3313h1230th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1941One-way1 change
79 Carolinian8:5813h4730th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1321One-way0 changes
65 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian4:2018h2530th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA22:45Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC£1691One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £53, and a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 725 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£149 Average Price | £85 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC trains for today, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
79 Carolinian | 8:58 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 13h47 | 22:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
141 Northeast Regional · 79 Carolinian | 9:50 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 12h55 | 22:45 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1 change | |
19 Crescent | 15:38 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA | 10h52 | 2:30 Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC
Trains from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 15:40. The fastest train covers the 725 km distance in 10h 52m.
Distance 725 km |
Average train duration 11h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 10h 52m |
First train 4:04 |
Last train 15:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Philadelphia, PA and Charlotte, NC from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Philadelphia, PA and Charlotte, NC
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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