Charleston, SC to Washington, DC train

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Cheap train tickets from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Cheapest

$143

Average

$178

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

90 Palmetto

09:15AM9h55

Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC

07:10PMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$1431One-way

0 transfers

2nd Cheapest

98 Silver Meteor

09:34PM9h51

Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC

07:25AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$2121One-way

0 transfers

Charleston, SC to Washington, DC train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 11

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Amtrak 90 Palmetto	09:15AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC	9h55	07:10PM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
Amtrak 98 Silver Meteor	09:34PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC	9h51	07:25AM Union Station, Washington, DC	0 transfersDirect
This is the last train of the day.

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Fastest train times from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for Dec 11

Fastest Journey

9 h 51 m

Average

9 h 53 m

Trains per day

Distance

729 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Charleston, SC for Washington, DC every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

98 Silver Meteor

09:34PM9h51

Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC

07:25AMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$2121One-way

0 transfers

2nd Fastest

90 Palmetto

09:15AM9h55

Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC

07:10PMUnion Station, Washington, DC

$1431One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC

Trains from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€68) but you can travel from only $42 (€37) by bus.

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

Bus from $42 (€37)

Distance

452 miles (728 km)

Average train duration

9h 55m

Cheapest ticket price

$76 (€68)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

9h 55m

First train

06:15

Last train

23:24

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $42 (€37)

Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC trains

You can travel by train between Charleston, SC and Washington, DC with Amtrak for as low as $79 (€70). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC train information:

Average Duration: 9 h 51 min
Cheapest Price: $79

FAQs: Trains from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC

FAQs: Travel by train from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC.

Cheap train tickets from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC can start from as little as $76 (€68) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Charleston, SC to Washington, DC is $118 (€105); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Charleston, SC and Washington, DC is on average 9 h 55 min for the 451 mile (728 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Washington, DC from Charleston, SC by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC leaves at 11: 24 PM.

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

When taking a train from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Washington, DC. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Charleston, SC and Washington, DC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 24 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC by train is September.

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