Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to Charlotte

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Trip Summary

There are usually 2 daily train trips available from Los Angeles to Charlotte. Traveling by train from Los Angeles to Charlotte usually takes 78 hours, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 76 hours and 6 minutes.

Distance: 2115 mi (3404 km)
Fastest train: 76h 6m
Lowest price: RON 1,371.28
Trains per day: 0
Most frequent service: Amtrak
Train lines: 1

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Los Angeles to Charlotte Train Schedule

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Charlotte?

There are usually 3 daily bus trips available from Los Angeles to Charlotte.

	Train	Bus
Avg. Price	Avg. PriceRON 2,408.83	Avg. PriceRON 1,202.15Cheaper
Daily Trips	Daily Trips2	Daily Trips3
Duration	Duration78h	Duration69h 4mFaster

There are several train options that can take you from Los Angeles to Charlotte:

Amtrak tickets: RON 1,371 one-way

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What is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Charlotte?

In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Charlotte was RON 1,887.38. Considering the distance between Los Angeles and Charlotte, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 28 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around RON 1,739.95 more if you wait to book until the last minute.

Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Charlotte by travel date

Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Charlotte will cost between RON 1,464 and RON 2,179. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.

Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Charlotte by month

Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to Charlotte often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in February when the average ticket price is only RON 2,225. If you're thinking of traveling from Los Angeles to Charlotte during March, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of RON 4,155 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in March, is to book your trip well in advance.

Prices as travel date approaches

By booking your train trip from Los Angeles to Charlotte on Wanderu at least 28 days ahead of time, you can save about RON 1,739.95 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!

Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Charlotte?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Charlotte. The schedule is relatively limited as the train only runs twice a day.

Train	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Amtrak	2	78h	RON 2,408.85

Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 2 Amtrak trains from Los Angeles to Charlotte every day, as well as 2 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from RON 1,371.28.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Los Angeles to Charlotte

Trains leave the station in Los Angeles twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. However, there are no direct trains. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your carry-on luggage with you when you change trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Charlotte to Los Angeles. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Los Angeles to Charlotte for RON 558.

Trains per day

Direct trains

The distance between Los Angeles and Charlotte is approximately 2115 miles, or 3404 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 78 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 76 hours and 6 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Distance (mi)

2115

Distance (km)

3404

The earliest train departs Los Angeles at 4:55pm while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

First train

4:55pm

Last train

10:00pm

Trains from Los Angeles to Charlotte are the most crowded on Sunday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Sunday

Least crowded

Saturday

City Information

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Charlotte

A mecca for fans of speed in general and for NASCAR in particular, Charlotte is a burgeoning urban center that still retains its southern charm. Even if you are not a hardcore fan of NASCAR, it is still worth taking the time to check it out. Housing more than just plaques dedicated to legendary drivers, the museum also features high-tech exhibits, as well as racing simulators to keep you enthralled. If cars are not your thing, the bustling Uptown area, which houses the city’s top museums such as Discovery Place or Mint Museum Uptown, will offer a day’s worth of interesting facts to enjoy. When you wish to get away from the hustle and bustle of Uptown, Freedom Park, located about three miles north of the city center, provides a natural refuge where you can recover.

Charlotte’s food scene is brimming with life, as modernized Southern staples take the city by storm. Perhaps the best place to enjoy the tastiest Southern dishes in town is at Price’s Chicken Coop. If you are looking to enjoy some fine barbecues, Midwood Smokehouse or Noble Smoke might have what you need.

Charlotte’s busiest bus station is at W 4th St in the heart of the city, offering bus trips by several carriers like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines to other cities such as Richmond or New York. The city is served by three Amtrak lines: the Crescent, the Carolinian, and the Piedmont. Travelers can catch these trains at the station on Tryon St in Lockwood. The main airport of the city is the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, which is the sixth-busiest airport in the country. It is located 6 miles from the city center.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Los Angeles?

Main departure station: Union Station

Los Angeles, CA - Union Station - LAXUST-0

Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transportation hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several bus carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.

All train stations in Los Angeles:

Union Station

Where is the train station in Charlotte?

Main arrival station: 1914 N Tryon St

The busiest train station in North Carolina is located at 1914 N Tryon St, slightly northeast of downtown Charlotte. This station is the origin point for the Amtrak Carolinian to New York City and the Amtrak Piedmont to Raleigh. The Amtrak Crescent also stops in Charlotte on its route from New York City to New Orleans. The station has free parking and vending machines onsite, and is close to several stations for the local LYNX light rail.

All train stations in Charlotte:

1914 N Tryon St

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