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

The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Charleston start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Charleston is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Jacksonville to Charleston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Jacksonville to Charleston?

The earliest train from Jacksonville to Charleston departs at 17:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

Train Jacksonville to Charleston from £38 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to Charleston on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	17:11	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	4h 14m	21:25	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	22:33	Jacksonville Amtrak Station	10h 35m	09:08	Charleston Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville 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 4 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 14mAverage duration

201 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£21 - £82	Average duration9h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£40 - £105	Average duration4h 14m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5614 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 £40

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Jacksonville to Charleston start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Jacksonville to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Jacksonville to Charleston is 4h 14m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Jacksonville to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Jacksonville to Charleston?
The earliest train from Jacksonville to Charleston departs at 17:11. And the latest train departs at 22:33.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/11

£55

28/11

£67

Today

£108

30/11

£79

01/12

£71

02/12

£64

03/12

£64

04/12

£45

The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £45

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

You can expect to pay from £45 to £633 for a train ticket from Jacksonville, FL to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £45, which is on 2025-12-04.