Cheap train tickets from Charlotte to Los Angeles
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Charlotte to Los Angeles. Traveling by train from Charlotte to Los Angeles usually takes 77 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 77 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 2115 mi (3404 km) |
| Fastest train | 77h 40m |
| Lowest price | $316.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Charlotte to Los Angeles Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from Charlotte to Los Angeles?
There are usually 7 daily bus trips available from Charlotte to Los Angeles.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$676.14 | Avg. Price$355.61Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips7 |
Duration | Duration77h 41m | Duration56h 46mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from Charlotte to Los Angeles:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Charlotte to Los Angeles?
In the last month, the average price of a train ticket from Charlotte to Los Angeles was $442.06. Considering the distance between Charlotte and Los Angeles, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 29 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around $892.06 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Charlotte to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Charlotte to Los Angeles will cost between $354 and $792. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Charlotte to Los Angeles by month
Ticket prices for the train from Charlotte to Los Angeles often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in September when the average ticket price is only $483. If you're thinking of traveling from Charlotte to Los Angeles during December, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $1005 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in December, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Charlotte to Los Angeles on Wanderu at least 29 days ahead of time, you can save about $892.06 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
What train companies travel from Charlotte to Los Angeles?
There are multiple trains that travel from Charlotte to Los Angeles, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 77h 41m | $676.14 |
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 1 Amtrak trains from Charlotte to Los Angeles every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $292.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Charlotte to Los Angeles
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. 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 transfer 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 Los Angeles to Charlotte. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Charlotte to Los Angeles for $143.
TRIPS PER DAY
1
DIRECT TRIPS
0
The distance between Charlotte and Los Angeles is approximately 2115 miles, or 3404 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 77 hours and 41 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 77 hours and 40 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
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Charlotte at 2:55am and arrives in Los Angeles around 77 hours later.
EARLIEST TRAIN
2:55am
LATEST TRAIN
5:31am
Trains from Charlotte to Los Angeles 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Sunday
LEAST CROWDED
Wednesday
City Information
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.
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.
Station Information
Where does the train leave from in Charlotte?
Main departure 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
Where does the train arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Union Station
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
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