How much does a train ticket cost from Baltimore to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to Charleston start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £94. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Baltimore to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Baltimore to Charleston is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 482 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Baltimore to Charleston departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 17:37.

Train Baltimore to Charleston from £65 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Baltimore to Charleston on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:32	Penn Station	11h 16m	04:48	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:53	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	10h 37m	19:30	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	08:53	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	10h 37m	19:30	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	17:00	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	11h 48m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	17:00	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	11h 48m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Baltimore to Charleston on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:53	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	10h 37m	19:30	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	08:53	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	10h 37m	19:30	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	17:00	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	11h 48m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	17:00	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	11h 48m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	08:40	Penn Station	10h 50m	19:30	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Baltimore to Charleston on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:32	Penn Station	11h 16m	04:48	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	08:53	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	10h 37m	19:30	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	08:53	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	10h 37m	19:30	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	08:40	Penn Station	10h 50m	19:30	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	08:40	Penn Station	10h 50m	19:30	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:32 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Baltimore to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

10h 50mAverage duration

482 milesDistance

71kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£55 - £235	Average duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£68 - £257	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 71kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,625 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5625 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 £68

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Baltimore to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to Charleston start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £94. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Baltimore to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Baltimore to Charleston is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 482 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Baltimore to Charleston 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 Baltimore to Charleston?
The earliest train from Baltimore to Charleston departs at 08:40. And the latest train departs at 17:37.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/12

£110

04/12

£136

Today

£110

06/12

£111

07/12

£201

08/12

No data

09/12

£90

10/12

£65

The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £65

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

You can expect to pay from £65 to £477 for a train ticket from Baltimore to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £65, which is on 2025-12-10.