Trains tickets from Charlottesville to Charleston, SC, US

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TodayJul 16
TomorrowJul 17
from US$311
FriJul 18
from US$311
SatJul 19
SunJul 20
MonJul 21
from US$263
TueJul 22
WedJul 23

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: July 18 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: July 18 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 17 at
    Departure city: Charlottesville
    Departure location: Charlottesville Station
    Arrival time: July 18 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Charleston

Bus
Average PriceUS$143 - US$208Average Duration1d 6h
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$166 - US$358Average Duration19h 53m
54kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charlottesville to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$143, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 6hAverage Duration
US$143Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Charlottesville to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$263
Average train trip duration19h 53m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure8:55am
Distance589 km

Charlottesville to Charleston Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charlottesville - Charleston, SC, US

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

    The average train ticket price from Charlottesville to Charleston is US$263. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charlottesville to Charleston 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 Charlottesville to Charleston?

    A train trip between Charlottesville and Charleston is around 19h 53m, although the fastest train will take about 19h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 591 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Charlottesville to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Charlottesville to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Charlottesville to Charleston?

    When taking the train from Charlottesville to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07-14
US$308
07-15
US$252
Today
US$252
07-17
US$299
07-18
US$299
07-19
No data
07-20
No data
07-21
US$252
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Charleston was searched and found on Jul 15, 2025 with a price of US$252

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

You can expect to pay from US$252 to US$693 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$252 which is on 2025-07-21.

About Train Travel

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Charleston you take, 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.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Charlottesville and Charleston compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your real-life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your train ride from Charlottesville to Charleston.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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.

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Train from Charleston, SC, US to Charlottesville

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