How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Pittsburgh?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Pittsburgh start from R 3 620. The average price for this train route is around R 5 625. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Pittsburgh?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Pittsburgh is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 842 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 31m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?

The earliest train from Charleston to Pittsburgh departs at 21:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Pittsburgh from R 3 737 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Pittsburgh on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	Fastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Pittsburgh on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Pittsburgh on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Pittsburgh on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Pittsburgh on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Pittsburgh on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 31m	20:05	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 2h	23:40	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:02 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Pittsburgh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Pittsburgh. The journey takes about 23 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 407, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

23hAverage duration

842 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 407 - R 7 389	Average duration23h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 620 - R 15 203	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 R 3 620

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 Pittsburgh by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Pittsburgh?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Pittsburgh start from R 3 620. The average price for this train route is around R 5 625. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Pittsburgh?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Pittsburgh is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 842 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 31m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh?
The earliest train from Charleston to Pittsburgh departs at 21:34. 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

11/12

R 6 089

12/12

R 5 293

Today

R 5 415

14/12

R 4 584

15/12

R 3 737

16/12

R 4 013

17/12

R 4 602

18/12

R 6 383

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Pittsburgh was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 737

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 Pittsburgh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 737 to R 28 749 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Pittsburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 737, which is on 2025-12-15.