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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5610 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 $95
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Charleston start from $95. The average price for this train route is around $124. 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 Charlotte to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Charlotte to Charleston is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 170 miles (274 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Charlotte to Charleston at 6:45am. And the latest train departs at 6:45am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $98To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $98 to $225 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $98 which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Charlotte, NC and Charleston, 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 $124 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $95. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charleston, SC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, SC, US in about 12h 45m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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