Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA train

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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 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€77) but you can travel from only $34 (€31) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $34 (€31)

Distance

561 miles (904 km)

Average train duration

12h 36m

Cheapest ticket price

$86 (€77)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

12h 36m

First train

06:15

Last train

21:34

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $34 (€31)

Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA trains

Travel from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA from $106 (€95) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular trip for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA.

Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA train information:

Average Duration: 12 h 36 min
Cheapest Price: $106

FAQs: Trains from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA

FAQs: Travel by train from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA.

Cheap train tickets from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA can start from as little as $86 (€77) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA is $136 (€122); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Philadelphia, PA from Charleston, SC is on average 12 h 36 min for the 560 mile (904 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Charleston, SC and Philadelphia, PA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 6: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA leaves at 9: 34 PM.

There are 2 trains a day from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 34 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Charleston, SC to Philadelphia, PA by train is September.

You have options as you can travel to Philadelphia, PA from Charleston, SC 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.