Trains tickets from Charleston (SC), US to Gainesville (GA)

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: May 25 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: May 26 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: May 26 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: May 25 at
    Destination city: Gainesville
    Destination location: Gainesville Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Gainesville

Bus
Average PriceUS$116 - US$116Average Duration18h 5m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$172 - US$307Average Duration22h 10m
35kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to Gainesville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 18 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
18h 5mAverage Duration
US$116Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Charleston to Gainesville: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$172
Average train trip duration22h 10m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure9:15am
Distance387 km
Latest train departure9:34pm

Charleston to Gainesville Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston (SC), US - Gainesville (GA)

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Charleston to Gainesville cost?

    The average train ticket price from Charleston to Gainesville is US$172. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charleston to Gainesville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Charleston to Gainesville?

    A train trip between Charleston and Gainesville is around 22h 10m, although the fastest train will take about 22h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 399 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Charleston and Gainesville?

    The number of trains from Charleston to Gainesville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Charleston to Gainesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston to Gainesville was searched and found on May 24, 2025 with a price of US$163

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

You can expect to pay from US$163 to US$1,854 for a train ticket from Charleston to Gainesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$163 which is on 2025-05-24.

About Train Travel

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Gainesville, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Charleston and Gainesville, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Charleston to Gainesville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from Gainesville to Charleston

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