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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 | Back Bay Station | Charleston Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Charleston Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak | Train | Back Bay Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Charleston Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 19 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $130
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Charleston start from $130. The average price for this train route is around $296. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Charleston is 19h 38m, covering a distance of 815 miles (1315 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Charleston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Charleston at 8:12am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $284To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $284 to $1,570 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $284 which is on 2025-12-16.
