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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, WV | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston, WV | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston, WV | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston, WV | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak Station | Charleston, WV | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $154
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, 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 at $154. The average price for this train route is around $203. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Charleston?
The average train trip from Charlotte to Charleston takes 15h 37m and covers 353 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Charleston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Charleston?
The earliest train from Charlotte to Charleston departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 5:31am.
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, WV, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $207To 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, WV, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $207 to $916 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $269 which is on 2026-01-28.
