Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Charleston Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charleston Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charleston Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charleston Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Charleston Station | Union Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5726 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 £293
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Los Angeles, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Charleston to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Los Angeles start from £293. The average price for this train route is around £420. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Los Angeles is 4d 11h, covering a distance of 2188 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Charleston to Los Angeles departs at 20:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of £294To 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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £294 to £1,624 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £294, which is on 2026-01-13.
