How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Philadelphia start from $93. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Philadelphia?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Philadelphia is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 363 miles (585 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Charleston to Philadelphia at 8:31am. And the latest train departs at 8:31am.

Train Charleston to Philadelphia from $88 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Philadelphia on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:31am	Charleston, WV	12h 20m	8:51pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:31am	Charleston, WV	12h 20m	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:02 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

365 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $249	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$93 - $752	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 53kg 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 $93

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, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Philadelphia start from $93. The average price for this train route is around $135. 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 Philadelphia?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Philadelphia is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 363 miles (585 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Philadelphia?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Philadelphia at 8:31am. And the latest train departs at 8:31am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$154

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$595

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$226

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12/17

$109

The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $109

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

You can expect to pay from $109 to $595 for a train ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2025-12-17.