How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Charleston start from $338. The average price for this train route is around $467. 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 San Antonio to Charleston?

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Charleston is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 1115 miles (1798 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Charleston?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Charleston at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train San Antonio to Charleston from $407 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Charleston on February 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 21h	4:48am	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:51 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 20hAverage Duration

1116 milesDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $446	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$338 - $1,677	Average Duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 164kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,755 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5755 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 $338

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Charleston start from $338. The average price for this train route is around $467. 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 San Antonio to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to Charleston is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 1115 miles (1798 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to Charleston at 6:48am. And the latest train departs at 6:48am.

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The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $1,382

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

You can expect to pay from $1,382 to $1,382 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $1,382 which is on 2026-02-05.