How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Charleston start from R 4 336. The average price for this train route is around R 7 720. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Greenville to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Greenville to Charleston is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 314 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Greenville 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 Greenville to Charleston?

The earliest train from Greenville to Charleston departs at 02:23. And the latest train departs at 02:23.

Train Greenville to Charleston from R 5 657 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Greenville to Charleston on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	02:23	Greenville Station	1d 2h	04:48	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	02:23	Greenville Station	1d 2h	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:29 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Greenville 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 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 300, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

20h 30mAverage duration

305 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 300 - R 3 393	Average duration20h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 336 - R 32 694	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 644 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5644 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 4 336

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Greenville, SC to Charleston, SC, 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 Greenville to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Charleston start from R 4 336. The average price for this train route is around R 7 720. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Greenville to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Greenville to Charleston is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 314 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Greenville 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 Greenville to Charleston?
The earliest train from Greenville to Charleston departs at 02:23. And the latest train departs at 02:23.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 6 625

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R 19 858

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R 8 061

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R 8 424

The cheapest trip from Greenville, SC to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 625

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 625 to R 19 858 for a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 061, which is on 2025-12-16.