How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Washington start from $62. The average price for this train route is around $107. 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 Washington?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Washington is 10h 13m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 13m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Washington 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 Washington?

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

Train Charleston to Washington from $58 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:31am	Charleston, WV	10h 13m	6:44pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:31am	Charleston, WV	10h 13m	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 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	10h 13m	6:44pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:31am	Charleston, WV	10h 13m	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Washington on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:31am	Charleston, WV	10h 13m	6:44pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:31am	Charleston, WV	10h 13m	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:59 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 10 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

10h 13mAverage Duration

253 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $205	Average Duration17h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$62 - $155	Average Duration10h 13m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,716 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5716 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 $62

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, WV, US to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Washington start from $62. The average price for this train route is around $107. 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 Washington?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Washington is 10h 13m, covering a distance of 253 miles (407 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Washington 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

01/07

$70

01/08

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Today

$102

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01/11

$102

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01/14

$70

The cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $70

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $70 to $423 for a train ticket from Charleston, WV, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2026-01-14.