The cheapest and fastest trains from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$354
Average price
$604
Fastest journey
19 h 22 m
Average duration
19 h 42 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
1320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC will cost around $604 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $354.
It's difficult to get from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC without transferring at least once.
67 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto
67 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto
93 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor
93 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor
93 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor
93 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor
2159 Acela+
97 Silver Meteor
2159 Acela+
97 Silver Meteor
171 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver MeteorTravel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Boston, MA to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a train costs an average of €122.
Distance: 820 miles (1320 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€276 Average price | €166 Average price | €113 Average price Cheapest |
18h 57m Average total duration 18h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 21m Average total duration 22h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Charleston, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Charleston, SC trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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67 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto | 11:45 PM South Station, Boston, MA | 24h45 | 12:30 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 1 transfer | |
67 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto | 11:51 PM Back Bay station, Boston, MA | 24h39 | 12:30 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC
Trains from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 18h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $150 (€122) but you can travel from only $74 (€60) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 820 miles (1320 km) distance in 19h 8m.
Distance 820 miles (1320 km) |
Average train duration 18h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $150 (€122) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 19h 8m |
First train 08:12 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Boston, MA and Charleston, SC from $74 (€60). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charleston, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Boston, MA to Charleston, SC
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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