The cheapest and fastest trains from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$296
Average price
$330
Fastest journey
17 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 38 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
716 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC will cost around $330 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $296.
It's difficult to get from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC without transferring at least 2 times.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €76.
Distance: 444 miles (716 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€134 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest |
15h 54m Average total duration 15h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC trains for today, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:15 PM Sanford, FL | 17h55 | 1:10 PM Charlotte, NC | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, February 18 | |||||
![]() | 1:35 PM Sanford, FL | 31h21 | 8:56 PM Charlotte, NC | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC
Trains from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€76) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 444 miles (716 km) distance in 17h 21m.
Distance 444 miles (716 km) |
Average train duration 15h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€76) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 17h 21m |
First train 05:31 |
Last train 19:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak, SunRail from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak, SunRail trains will get you between Sanford, FL and Charlotte, NC from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sanford, FL 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
Popular train stations from Sanford, FL to Charlotte, NC
- 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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