Trains tickets from Charleston (SC), US to Wilmington (DE)

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Fri16 May
from US$121
Sat17 May
from US$121
Sun18 May
from US$178
Mon19 May
from US$147
Tue20 May
from US$121
Wed21 May
from US$121
Thu22 May
Fri23 May

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 17 May at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 18 May at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 17 May at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 18 May at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 May at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 18 May at
    Destination city: Wilmington
    Destination location: Wilmington Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Wilmington

Average priceUS$111 - US$138Average duration16h
22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average priceUS$89 - US$276Average duration12h 9m
78kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to Wilmington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wilmington. The journey takes about 12 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just US$89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
12h 9mAverage duration
US$89Cheapest ticket
78kgCO₂ emissions

Train Charleston to Wilmington: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$145
Average train trip duration12h 9m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure09:15
Distance534 miles
Latest train departure21:34

Charleston to Wilmington Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston - Wilmington

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

    The average train ticket price from Charleston to Wilmington is US$145. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charleston to Wilmington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Charleston to Wilmington?

    A train trip between Charleston and Wilmington is around 12h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 49m. This is the time it takes to travel the 538 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Charleston and Wilmington?

    The number of trains from Charleston to Wilmington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Charleston to Wilmington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/05
US$147
13/05
US$121
Today
US$147
15/05
US$121
16/05
US$121
17/05
US$121
18/05
US$178
19/05
US$147
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston to Wilmington was searched and found on 13 May 2025 with a price of US$121

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

You can expect to pay from US$121 to US$1,402 for a train ticket from Charleston to Wilmington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$121, which is on 2025-05-15.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Charleston and Wilmington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Wilmington.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Wilmington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Charleston and Wilmington compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Charleston to Wilmington and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

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Train from Wilmington to Charleston

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