The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
13 h 25 m
Average duration
17 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
779 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
Of the 2 trains that leave Charleston, SC for Miami, FL on Sun, Jan 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 11 the direct trains cover the 779 km distance in an average of 17 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jan 11 the slowest trains will take 22 h 32 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, flight, and train for Charleston, SC to Miami, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 484 miles (779 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€108 Average price | €212 Average price | €96 Average price Cheapest |
14h 24m Average total duration 13h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 19m Average total duration 12h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleston, SC to Miami, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Miami, FL trains for today, Saturday, January 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:56 AM Charleston, SC | 13h25 | 10:21 PM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:37 PM Charleston, SC | 22h09 | 9:46 PM Miami, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL
Trains from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $90 (€73) but you can travel from only $61 (€50) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 19:37. The fastest train covers the 484 miles (779 km) distance in 13h 25m.
Distance 484 miles (779 km) |
Average train duration 13h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $90 (€73) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 13h 25m |
First train 04:56 |
Last train 19:37 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Miami, FL from $61 (€50). 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 Miami, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Miami, FL
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 5:00 AM - 12:40 AM Saturday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from NW 37th Avenue.
- The Knife Restaurant
- La Estacion American Brasserie
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay
- Hilton Miami Downtown
- Holiday Inn Port of Miami-Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Brightline services
- Metrorail: Green Line, Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
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