Trains tickets from Pittsburgh to Charleston (SC), US

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TodayMay 8
TomorrowMay 9
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SunMay 11
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TueMay 13
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WedMay 14
ThuMay 15
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Pittsburgh to Charleston.

Average Price$135 - $196Average Duration18h 30m
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$192 - $426Average Duration21h 18m
77kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Pittsburgh to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 18 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
18h 30mAverage Duration
$135Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Train Pittsburgh to Charleston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$245
Average train trip duration21h 18m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure5:20am
Distance523 miles (842 km)
Latest train departure7:30am

Pittsburgh to Charleston Train

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05/06
$184
05/07
$181
Today
$242
05/09
$278
05/10
$210
05/11
$181
05/12
$278
05/13
$210
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Charleston was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of $181

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

You can expect to pay from $181 to $995 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $181 which is on 2025-05-11.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Pittsburgh and Charleston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charleston.

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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Pittsburgh and Charleston, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Pittsburgh to Charleston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Train from Charleston to Pittsburgh

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