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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 | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 10 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 $68
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, 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 Durham to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Charleston start from $68. The average price for this train route is around $97. 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 Durham to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Charleston is 10h 3m, covering a distance of 225 miles (362 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Durham to Charleston 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 Durham to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Charleston at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 9:27am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $78 to $150 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-14.
