The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to Florence, SC
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
159 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Florence, SC 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 Florence, SC will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charleston, SC for Florence, SC on Sat, Jan 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 10 the direct trains cover the 159 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 34 m .
On Sat, Jan 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 34 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Charleston, SC to Florence, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Florence, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 98 miles (159 km)
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2h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleston, SC to Florence, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Florence, SC trains for today, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 PM Charleston, SC | 1h34 | 2:49 PM Florence, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Charleston, SC to Florence, SC by bus or train
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Why should you book Charleston to Florence trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Charleston to Florence. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Charleston to Florence.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Florence, SC
Trains from Charleston, SC to Florence, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 98 miles (159 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 98 miles (159 km) |
Average train duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 03:18 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Florence, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Florence, SC from $18 (€15). 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 Florence, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Florence, 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 Florence, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Florence, SC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Aloft Florence
- Hyatt Place Florence Downtown
- Hotel Florence, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Greyhound services available nearby
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