How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Raleigh?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Raleigh start from R 936. The average price for this train route is around R 1 071. 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 Raleigh?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Raleigh is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 346 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 7m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?

The earliest train from Charleston to Raleigh departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 09:15.

Train Charleston to Raleigh from R 885 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Raleigh on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:15	Charleston Station	9h 9m	18:24	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:15	Charleston Station	9h 9m	18:24	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 666, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 10mAverage duration

350 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 666 - R 1 477	Average duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 936 - R 1 411	Average duration9h 9m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 936

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Raleigh start from R 936. The average price for this train route is around R 1 071. 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 Raleigh?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Raleigh is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 346 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 7m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The earliest train from Charleston to Raleigh departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 09:15.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 1 016

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R 885

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Raleigh was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 885

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 Raleigh as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 885 to R 1 770 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 885, which is on 2026-01-28.