How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Washington start at $113. The average price for this train route is around $207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Charleston to Washington?

The average train trip from Charleston to Washington takes 9h 51m and covers 722 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 51m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Washington 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 Charleston to Washington?

The earliest train from Charleston to Washington departs at 9:15am. The latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Train Charleston to Washington from $107 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 55m	7:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	9h 51m	6:25am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:44 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 9 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just $113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

9h 51mAverage Duration

722 kmDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $274	Average Duration20h 10m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$113 - $516	Average Duration9h 51m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,730 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5730 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $113

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, 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 Charleston to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Washington start at $113. The average price for this train route is around $207. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charleston to Washington?
The average train trip from Charleston to Washington takes 9h 51m and covers 722 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 51m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Washington 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 Charleston to Washington?
The earliest train from Charleston to Washington departs at 9:15am. The latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-11

$357

01-12

$238

Today

$198

01-14

No data

01-15

$198

01-16

$198

01-17

$198

01-18

$198

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $198

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

You can expect to pay from $198 to $1,629 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $198 which is on 2026-01-15.