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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | 30th Street Station | Charleston, WV | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | 30th Street Station | Charleston, WV | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 549, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5738 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 1 549
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to Charleston start from R 1 549. The average price for this train route is around R 3 268. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Philadelphia to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Philadelphia to Charleston is 12h 8m, covering a distance of 585 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Charleston?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to Charleston departs at 08:15. And the latest train departs at 08:15.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 16 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 829To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 829 to R 7 046 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 164, which is on 2026-01-18.
