How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Atlanta?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Atlanta start from R 2 688. The average price for this train route is around R 4 281. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Atlanta?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Atlanta is 1d , covering a distance of 563 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Atlanta 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 Charleston to Atlanta?

The earliest train from Charleston to Atlanta departs at 08:31. And the latest train departs at 08:31.

Train Charleston to Atlanta from R 2 888 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Atlanta on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:31	Charleston, WV	1d	08:43	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	08:31	Charleston, WV	1d	08:43	Peachtree Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 8:21 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Atlanta

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 12 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 219, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 20mAverage duration

570 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 219 - R 4 568	Average duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 688 - R 15 932	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 2 688

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, WV, US to Atlanta, GA 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 Charleston to Atlanta?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Atlanta start from R 2 688. The average price for this train route is around R 4 281. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Atlanta?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Atlanta is 1d , covering a distance of 563 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Atlanta 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 Charleston to Atlanta?
The earliest train from Charleston to Atlanta departs at 08:31. And the latest train departs at 08:31.

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

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R 2 888

The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 888

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 888 to R 13 627 for a train ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 888, which is on 2025-12-17.