How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start from $93. The average price for this train route is around $158. 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 Wilmington to Charleston?

The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Charleston is 12h 6m, covering a distance of 534 miles (861 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 39m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Wilmington to Charleston 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 Wilmington to Charleston?

The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 4:42pm.

Train Wilmington to Charleston from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Charleston on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	12h 6m	4:48am	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:42pm	Wilmington Station	12h 6m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:05 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 6mAverage Duration

534 milesDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$78 - $287	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$93 - $592	Average Duration12h 6m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,725 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5725 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 $93

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, 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 Wilmington to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start from $93. The average price for this train route is around $158. 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 Wilmington to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Wilmington to Charleston is 12h 6m, covering a distance of 534 miles (861 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Wilmington to Charleston 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 Wilmington to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Wilmington to Charleston at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 4:42pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/09

$151

01/10

$151

Today

$151

01/12

$121

01/13

$121

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01/15

$88

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $88

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

You can expect to pay from $88 to $629 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2026-01-15.