How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Charleston start from $251. The average price for this train route is around $366. 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 Greenville to Charleston?

The average train ride duration from Greenville to Charleston is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Greenville 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 Greenville to Charleston?

The earliest train departs from Greenville to Charleston at 2:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:23am.

Train Greenville to Charleston from $241 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Greenville to Charleston on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	1d 2h	4:48am	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:25 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Greenville to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 19 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

19h 25mAverage Duration

189 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $197	Average Duration19h 25m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$251 - $1,118	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 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 $251

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Greenville, SC 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 Greenville to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Charleston start from $251. The average price for this train route is around $366. 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 Greenville to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Greenville to Charleston is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 195 miles (314 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Greenville 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 Greenville to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Greenville to Charleston at 2:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:23am.

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The cheapest trip from Greenville, SC to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $1,825

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

You can expect to pay from $1,825 to $1,825 for a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $1,825 which is on 2025-11-29.