How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Florence?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Florence start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $32. 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 Florence?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Florence is 1h 34m, covering a distance of 93 miles (149 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Florence route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

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

Train Charleston to Florence from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Florence on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	1h 34m	10:49am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1h 48m	11:22pm	Florence Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Florence

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 1 hour 34 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1h 34mAverage Duration

93 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $85	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $81	Average Duration1h 34m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $18

Amtrak Charleston Florence recent customer reviews

I loved it maybe I will find a wife riding and track

James P.

March 29, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Florence, SC, US 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 Florence?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Florence start from $18. The average price for this train route is around $32. 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 Florence?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Florence is 1h 34m, covering a distance of 93 miles (149 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Florence route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Florence?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Florence 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

12/10

$29

12/11

$60

Today

$29

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$29

12/14

$29

12/15

$16

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$16

12/17

$16

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Florence, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $16

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 Florence, SC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $829 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Florence, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-12-15.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 20m	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1h 34m	Avg Price$32	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Charleston, SC, US and Florence, SC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $32 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $18. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Florence, SC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charleston, SC, US to Florence, SC, US in about 1h 34m - that's the fastest way to get there!