How much does a train ticket from Lafayette to Charleston cost?

The average train ticket price from Lafayette to Charleston is $46. The best way to find train tickets from Lafayette to Charleston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Lafayette to Charleston?

A train trip between Lafayette and Charleston is around 10h 35m, although the fastest train will take about 10h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 311 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Lafayette and Charleston?

The number of trains from Lafayette to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Lafayette to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Lafayette to Charleston?

When taking the train from Lafayette to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Charleston?

Once in Charleston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Gibbes Museum of Art, South Carolina Aquarium, Theatre 99, Charleston Food Tours.

Train Lafayette to Charleston from $43 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Lafayette to Charleston on November 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:56pm	Amtrak Station	10h 35m	8:31am	Charleston, WV	No tags
9:56pm	Amtrak Station	10h 35m	8:31am	Charleston, WV	No tags
9:56pm	Amtrak Station	10h 35m	8:31am	Charleston, WV	No tags
9:56pm	Amtrak Station	10h 35m	8:31am	Charleston, WV	No tags
9:56pm	Amtrak Station	10h 35m	8:31am	Charleston, WV	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 40mAverage Duration

314 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $48	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $46	Average Duration10h 35m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Lafayette, IN to Charleston, WV, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$46

Average train trip duration10h 35m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:56pm

Distance315 miles (507 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,558 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5558 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 $46

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo, Brightline

Lafayette to Charleston Train

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Charleston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Lafayette and Charleston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Lafayette to Charleston.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

What's the cheapest way to go from Lafayette, IN to Charleston, WV, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time10h 40m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time10h 35m	Avg Price$46	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Lafayette, IN and Charleston, WV, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $46 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $46. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charleston, WV, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Lafayette, IN to Charleston, WV, US in about 10h 35m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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