Train from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Philadelphia on 5 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Charleston, WV
30th Street StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Charleston, WV
30th Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £80, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 4hAverage duration
365 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£80 - £192Average duration1d 4h
15kg CO₂e
Average price£72 - £580Average duration12h 20m
53kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Charleston to Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Philadelphia start from £72. The average price for this train route is around £104. 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 Charleston to Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from Charleston to Philadelphia is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 363 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Charleston to Philadelphia 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 Charleston to Philadelphia?

    The earliest train from Charleston to Philadelphia departs at 08:31. And the latest train departs at 08:31.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 7 Dec 2025 with a price of £85

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

You can expect to pay from £85 to £559 for a train ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £85, which is on 2025-12-07.

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