Trains tickets from San Diego (CA), US to Charleston (SC), US

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Charleston

Average PriceUS$210 - US$230Average Duration3d 3h
86kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$642 - US$749Average Duration3d 11h
315kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$210, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
3d 3hAverage Duration
US$210Cheapest ticket
86kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Diego to Charleston: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$642
Average train trip duration3d 11h
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure2:01pm
Distance3458 km
Latest train departure4:10pm

San Diego to Charleston Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - Charleston

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

    The average train ticket price from San Diego to Charleston is US$642. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Diego 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 San Diego to Charleston?

    A train trip between San Diego and Charleston is around 3d 11h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3467 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from San Diego to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Diego to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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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 San Diego 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.

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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.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Charleston to San Diego

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