Trains tickets from Lancaster (PA), US to Charleston (SC), US

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Today16 May
from US$143
Tomorrow17 May
from US$201
Sun18 May
Mon19 May
from US$170
Tue20 May
Wed21 May
from US$170
Thu22 May
Fri23 May

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

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Train Lancaster to Charleston: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$177
Average train trip duration15h 3m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure13:45
Distance536 miles

Lancaster to Charleston Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lancaster - Charleston

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

    The average train ticket price from Lancaster to Charleston is US$177. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lancaster to Charleston 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 Lancaster to Charleston?

    A train trip between Lancaster and Charleston is around 15h 3m, although the fastest train will take about 15h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 540 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Lancaster to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Lancaster to Charleston 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
14/05
US$170
15/05
US$170
Today
US$143
17/05
US$201
18/05
No data
19/05
US$170
20/05
No data
21/05
US$170
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lancaster to Charleston was searched and found on 16 May 2025 with a price of US$143

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

You can expect to pay from US$143 to US$669 for a train ticket from Lancaster to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$170, which is on 2025-05-19.

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 Lancaster and Charleston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charleston.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Charleston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Lancaster and Charleston 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.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Lancaster to Charleston.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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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