How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Providence?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Providence start from R 2 190. The average price for this train route is around R 6 353. 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 Providence?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Providence is 21h 27m, covering a distance of 1251 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Providence route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Charleston to Providence departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Providence from R 2 096 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Providence on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 59m	16:33	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 59m	16:33	Providence Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 59m	16:33	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Providence on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	20h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	No tags
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	20h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	20h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Providence on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	20:34	Charleston Station	21h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	No tags
Train	20:34	Charleston Station	21h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	No tags
Train	20:34	Charleston Station	21h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Providence on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	Cheapest
Train	20:34	Charleston Station	21h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	Fastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	1d	09:15	Providence Station	No tags
Train	20:34	Charleston Station	21h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	No tags
Train	20:34	Charleston Station	21h 27m	18:01	Providence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:07 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Providence

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Providence. The journey takes about 21 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

21h 27mAverage duration

1251 kmDistance

114kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 819 - R 4 464	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 190 - R 9 816	Average duration21h 27m	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 723 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5723 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 2 190

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 Providence 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 Providence?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Providence start from R 2 190. The average price for this train route is around R 6 353. 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 Providence?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Providence is 21h 27m, covering a distance of 1251 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Providence route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Providence?
The earliest train from Charleston to Providence departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

08/01

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09/01

R 5 256

Today

R 4 395

11/01

R 4 141

12/01

No data

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14/01

R 4 395

15/01

R 4 395

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Providence was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 141

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 Providence as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 141 to R 16 191 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Providence based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 141, which is on 2026-01-11.