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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Charleston, WV | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Charleston, WV | Fastest | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Charleston, WV | No tags | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Charleston, WV | No tags | ||||
| Train | BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station | Charleston, WV | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Baltimore to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 105, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 105
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, 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 Baltimore to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to Charleston start from R 1 105. The average price for this train route is around R 1 614. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Baltimore to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Baltimore to Charleston is 12h 6m, covering a distance of 439 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Baltimore to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Baltimore to Charleston?
The earliest train from Baltimore to Charleston departs at 06:25. And the latest train departs at 09:33.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 245To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 245 to R 7 028 for a train ticket from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 245, which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Baltimore and Charleston, WV, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 614 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 105. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charleston, WV, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Baltimore to Charleston, WV, US in about 12h 6m – that's the fastest way to get there!
