How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Fayetteville?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Fayetteville start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Fayetteville?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Fayetteville is 3h, covering a distance of 164 miles (264 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Fayetteville route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Fayetteville?

The earliest train departs from Charleston to Fayetteville at 9:15am. And the latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Train Charleston to Fayetteville from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Fayetteville on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	3h	12:15pm	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	3h	12:15pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	3h 13m	11:47pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	3h 13m	11:47pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Fayetteville on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	3h	12:15pm	Fayetteville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	3h	12:15pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	3h 13m	11:47pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	3h 13m	11:47pm	Fayetteville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:56 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Fayetteville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Fayetteville. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3hAverage Duration

164 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$42 - $99	Average Duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $124	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $33

Amtrak Charleston Fayetteville recent customer reviews

It was a good trip

Vanessa R.

May 2, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Fayetteville, NC by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Fayetteville?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Fayetteville start from $33. The average price for this train route is around $54. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Fayetteville?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Fayetteville is 3h, covering a distance of 164 miles (264 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Fayetteville route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Fayetteville?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Fayetteville at 9:15am. And the latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/28

$51

01/29

$51

Today

$51

01/31

$51

02/01

$51

02/02

No data

02/03

$30

02/04

No data

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Fayetteville, NC was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $30

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 Fayetteville, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $30 to $455 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Fayetteville, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-02-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, SC, US to Fayetteville, NC?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time6h 45m	Avg Price$60	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h	Avg Price$54	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Charleston, SC, US and Fayetteville, NC is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $54 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $33. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Fayetteville, NC, choose the train, as it will take you from Charleston, SC, US to Fayetteville, NC in about 3h - that's the fastest way to get there!