How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Charleston start from R 5 130. The average price for this train route is around R 5 984. 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 Charleston?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Charleston is 22h 49m, covering a distance of 627 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 49m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston 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 Charleston to Charleston?

The earliest train from Charleston to Charleston departs at 21:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Charleston from R 4 936 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charleston to Charleston on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 49m	20:23	Charleston, WV	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 49m	20:23	Charleston, WV	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 49m	20:23	Charleston, WV	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 49m	20:23	Charleston, WV	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	22h 49m	20:23	Charleston, WV	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston 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 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 774, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

21h 5mAverage duration

628 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 774 - R 4 380	Average duration21h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 130 - R 6 750	Average duration22h 49m	CO₂ emissions 57kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 649 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5649 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 5 130

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US 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 Charleston to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Charleston start from R 5 130. The average price for this train route is around R 5 984. 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 Charleston?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Charleston is 22h 49m, covering a distance of 627 km. The quickest train can get you there in 22h 49m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston 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 Charleston to Charleston?
The earliest train from Charleston to Charleston departs at 21:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 936

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 936 to R 12 022 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 936, which is on 2025-12-16.