How much is the train ticket from Washington to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charleston start at $110. 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 Washington to Charleston?

The average train trip from Washington to Charleston takes 9h 26m and covers 722 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Charleston route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Charleston?

The earliest train from Washington to Charleston departs at 9:59am. The latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Train Washington to Charleston from $105 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Charleston on May 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	12:55pm	Union Station	9h 26m	10:21pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:24pm	Union Station	9h 24m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:16 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 9 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

9h 26mAverage Duration

722 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$100 - $279	Average Duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$110 - $505	Average Duration9h 26m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,792 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5792 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 $110

Amtrak Washington Charleston recent customer reviews

Timing was apt

Hadiza G.

May 11, 2024

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Charleston start at $110. 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 Washington to Charleston?
The average train trip from Washington to Charleston takes 9h 26m and covers 722 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Charleston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Charleston?
The earliest train from Washington to Charleston departs at 9:59am. The latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05-02

$197

05-03

$287

Today

$197

05-05

$197

05-06

$197

05-07

$237

05-08

$237

05-09

$197

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on May 2, 2026 with a price of $197

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

You can expect to pay from $197 to $853 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $197 which is on 2026-05-05.