The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC
Cheapest price
$161
Average price
$316
Fastest journey
12 h 56 m
Average duration
18 h 21 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
285 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC will cost around $316 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $161.
It's difficult to get from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC without transferring at least once.
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian9:15 AM12h56Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC10:11 PMKannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC$1611One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian9:15 AM13h30Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC10:45 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC$1671One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian · 19 Crescent9:15 AM17h15Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC2:30 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC$1791One-way2 transfers
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian · 19 Crescent9:15 AM18h07Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC3:22 AMGastonia Station, Gastonia, NC$1881One-way2 transfers
98 Silver Meteor · 19 Crescent8:34 PM29h56Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC2:30 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC$5881One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian9:15 AM12h56Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC10:11 PMKannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC$1611One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian9:15 AM13h30Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC10:45 PMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC$1671One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian · 19 Crescent9:15 AM17h15Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC2:30 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC$1791One-way2 transfers
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian · 19 Crescent9:15 AM18h07Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC3:22 AMGastonia Station, Gastonia, NC$1881One-way2 transfers
98 Silver Meteor · 19 Crescent8:34 PM29h56Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC2:30 AMCharlotte Station, Charlotte, NC$5881One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a flight costs an average of $187.
Distance: 177 miles (285 km)
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$167 Average price | $85 Average price Cheapest | $395 Average price |
10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 6m Average total duration 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC trains for tomorrow, Saturday, April 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
98 Silver Meteor · 19 Crescent | 12:34 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 29h56 | 6:30 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1 transfer | |
98 Silver Meteor · 19 Crescent | 12:34 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 30h48 | 7:22 AM Gastonia Station, Gastonia, NC | 1 transfer | |
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian · 19 Crescent | 1:15 PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 18h07 | 7:22 AM Gastonia Station, Gastonia, NC | 2 transfers | |
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian | 1:15 PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 12h56 | 2:11 AM Kannapolis station, Kannapolis, NC | 1 transfer | |
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian · 19 Crescent | 1:15 PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 17h15 | 6:30 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 2 transfers | |
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian | 1:15 PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 13h30 | 2:45 AM Charlotte Station, Charlotte, NC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC
Trains from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€77) but you can travel from only $53 (€42) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:04, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (285 km) distance in 11h 7m.
Distance 177 miles (285 km) |
Average train duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€77) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 11h 7m |
First train 4:04 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Charlotte, NC from $53 (€42). 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 Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC 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 Charlotte, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Charlotte, NC
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Alexander Michael's
- The King's Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Westin Charlotte
- Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- Omni Charlotte Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: CATS Bus Routes 11, 21, 22
- Light Rail: LYNX Blue Line nearby
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