The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA
Cheapest price
$140
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
12 h 14 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
905 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $140.
Of the 2 trains that leave Charleston, SC for Philadelphia, PA on Sat, Mar 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 07 the direct trains cover the 905 km distance in an average of 12 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 14 m .
On Sat, Mar 07 the slowest trains will take 12 h 36 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, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $100, and a flight costs an average of $70.
Distance: 562 miles (905 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$191 Average price Cheapest | $257 Average price | $191 Average price |
12h 59m Average total duration 12h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 52m Average total duration 21h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA trains for tomorrow, Sunday, March 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:34 AM Charleston, SC | 12h14 | 2:48 PM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Charleston, SC | 12h36 | 2:51 AM Philadelphia, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA
Trains from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $100 (€80) but you can travel from only $70 (€55) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 562 miles (905 km) distance in 12h 14m.
Distance 562 miles (905 km) |
Average train duration 12h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $100 (€80) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 14m |
First train 07:30 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Philadelphia, PA from $70 (€55). 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 Philadelphia, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA
- 5:15 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via 30th Street and Market Street.
- Bridgewater's Pub
- The Porch at 30th Street Station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Inn at Penn, a Hilton Hotel
- Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
- The Study at University City
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Main Hall: entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Upper Level: Amtrak platforms
- Lower Level: SEPTA Regional Rail platforms
- SEPTA: Market-Frankford Line
- Trolley: Routes 10, 11, 13, 34, 36
- Bus: Several lines available
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