How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start from R 1 597. The average price for this train route is around R 2 725. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Wilmington to Charleston is 12h 1m, covering a distance of 861 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 39m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Charleston?

The earliest train from Wilmington to Charleston departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

Train Wilmington to Charleston from R 1 523 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Charleston on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	11h 39m	19:30	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	07:51	Wilmington Station	11h 39m	19:30	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	16:42	Wilmington Station	12h 6m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 1 597, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

12h 1mAverage duration

861 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 369 - R 4 967	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 597 - R 22 830	Average duration12h 1m	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 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 1 597

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start from R 1 597. The average price for this train route is around R 2 725. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Charleston is 12h 1m, covering a distance of 861 km. The quickest train can get you there in 11h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington 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 Wilmington to Charleston?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Charleston departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 16:47.

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 2 612

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R 2 612

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R 2 612

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R 2 093

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R 2 093

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 093

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 093 to R 10 881 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 093, which is on 2025-12-15.