How to get to Philadelphia, PA from Charlotte, NC

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Compare train, coach and flight for Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £85 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £85, while a flight costs an average of £430.

Distance: 725 km

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£165

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£430

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£83

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12h 16m

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11h 46m

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13h 5m

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5h 54m

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8h 24m

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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2.2 - 4.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

Compare the available ways to get from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA is a coach with an average price of £85.

This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA:

A coach is £80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £165.

A coach is £345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £430.

The fastest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 54m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 16m.

Coach takes on average 13h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charlotte, NC and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £165 compared to roughly £83 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£81. The journey takes 11h 46m versus 8h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

How to get to Philadelphia, PA from Charlotte, NC by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA

Travel to Philadelphia, PA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Charlotte, NC and Philadelphia, PA including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA is a coach with an average price of £85.

This is compared to other travel options from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA:

A coach is £80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £165.

A coach is £345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA costing on average £430.

The fastest way to travel from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 54m.

Other travel options to Philadelphia, PA take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 16m.

Coach takes on average 13h 5m.

The Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA distance is approximately 725 km.
The average frequency per day from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA is:
  • Around 50 flights per day.
  • Around 13 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Charlotte, NC and Philadelphia, PA as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Douglas International Airport and arrive in Philadelphia International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC and arrive in 30th Street Station, Philadelphia, PA.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Charlotte, W 4th St (Greyhound Bus Station) and arrive in Philadelphia Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Philadelphia, PA by coach.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Philadelphia, PA by train.
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, piedmont airlines, psa airlines, Spirit Airlines, Republic Airlines, CitizenPlane, skywest airlines to go to Philadelphia, PA by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with Greyhound.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 7 direct flights per day with American Airlines, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Orlando, FL, Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Philadelphia, PA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Charlotte, NC to Philadelphia, PA, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Philadelphia, PA, you can explore the Liberty Bell, an iconic symbol of American independence, and visit Independence Hall, the historic site where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted. Art lovers can appreciate the vast collection at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and climb the famous Rocky Steps. Food enthusiasts should not miss the bustling Reading Terminal Market with its diverse food options and local specialities. Additionally, the Philadelphia Zoo, America's first zoo, offers a wide variety of animals and interactive exhibits. For a touch of history, visit the Eastern State Penitentiary, a former prison turned museum known for its grand architecture and historical significance.
You typically need 2 to 3 days in Philadelphia to explore its key attractions such as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art, along with enjoying its vibrant food scene and historic neighbourhoods.

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