Train from Pittsburgh to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Charleston on 4 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Charleston StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Charleston StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Charleston StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 14:08 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
21h 30mAverage duration
522 milesDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£68 - £259Average duration21h 30m
21kg CO₂e
Average price£140 - £654Average duration23h 23m
77kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Charleston, SC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Charleston start from £140. The average price for this train route is around £211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Charleston?

    The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Charleston is 23h 23m, covering a distance of 522 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 21h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh to Charleston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Pittsburgh to Charleston?

    The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Charleston departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
01/01
£224
02/01
£281
Today
£310
04/01
£292
05/01
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 1 Jan 2026 with a price of £224

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

You can expect to pay from £224 to £1,265 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £292, which is on 2026-01-04.

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