How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Cleveland?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Cleveland start from $234. The average price for this train route is around $446. 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 Cleveland?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Cleveland is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 603 miles (972 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Cleveland 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 Cleveland?

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

Train Charleston to Cleveland from $252 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Cleveland on January 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Cleveland on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Cleveland on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Cleveland on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 5h	2:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 6h	3:53am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:31 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

602 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$158 - $158	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$234 - $2,873	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 88kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,697 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5697 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 $234

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Cleveland, OH, 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 Charleston to Cleveland?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Cleveland start from $234. The average price for this train route is around $446. 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 Cleveland?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Cleveland is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 603 miles (972 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Cleveland 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 Cleveland?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Cleveland at 9:34pm. And the latest train departs at 9:34pm.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $252

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 Cleveland, OH, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $252 to $2,774 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $252 which is on 2026-01-07.