How much does a train ticket cost from Charleston to Atlanta?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Atlanta start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £213. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Atlanta?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Atlanta is 1d , covering a distance of 261 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 28m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Atlanta route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Atlanta?

The earliest train from Charleston to Atlanta departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Atlanta from £122 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charleston to Atlanta on 28 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 11h	09:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	23h 28m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 11h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	23h 28m	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 11h	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Atlanta

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 35mAverage duration

261 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£40 - £182	Average duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£116 - £1,020	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5610 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £116

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Charleston to Atlanta?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Atlanta start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £213. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Atlanta?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Atlanta is 1d , covering a distance of 261 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Atlanta route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Atlanta?
The earliest train from Charleston to Atlanta departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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£796

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£337

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£172

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£224

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£144

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£144

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £144

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £144 to £1,136 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £144, which is on 2025-12-01.