How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Charlotte start from $95. The average price for this train route is around $131. 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 Charleston to Charlotte?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Charlotte is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 170 miles (274 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Charlotte route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from Charleston to Charlotte at 9:15am. And the latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Train Charleston to Charlotte from $104 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Charlotte on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	11h 41m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	11h 41m	8:56pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 4h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 4h	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	17h 15m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 10 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 55mAverage Duration

170 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $110	Average Duration10h 55m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$95 - $2,030	Average Duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $95

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Charlotte, NC 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 Charleston to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Charlotte start from $95. The average price for this train route is around $131. 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 Charleston to Charlotte?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Charlotte is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 170 miles (274 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Charlotte at 9:15am. And the latest train departs at 9:34pm.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $104

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 Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $104 to $1,112 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-12-15.