How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Charleston start from R 4 733. The average price for this train route is around R 8 249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Atlanta to Charleston is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 421 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Charleston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Atlanta to Charleston departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Train Atlanta to Charleston from R 4 553 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Charleston on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	1d 5h	04:48	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	1d 5h	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:32 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 796, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 20mAverage duration

421 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 796 - R 2 142	Average duration11h 20m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 733 - R 34 932	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 R 4 733

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Atlanta to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Charleston start from R 4 733. The average price for this train route is around R 8 249. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Atlanta to Charleston is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 421 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Atlanta to Charleston?
The earliest train from Atlanta to Charleston departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

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The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 7 950

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

You can expect to pay from R 7 950 to R 20 745 for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 950, which is on 2025-12-17.