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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Penn Station | Charleston, WV | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Charleston, WV | No tags | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Charleston, WV | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Baltimore to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5635 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 £52
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, 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 £52. The average price for this train route is around £132. 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 11h 30m, covering a distance of 273 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 50m 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 07:02. And the latest train departs at 09:33.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £336To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £336 to £612 for a train ticket from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £336, which is on 2025-12-12.
