The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$793
Average price
$793
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 34 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1000 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA will cost around $793 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $793.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charleston, WV for Boston, MA on Wed, Apr 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Apr 22 the direct trains cover the 1000 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 1 h 34 m .
On Wed, Apr 22 the slowest trains will take 1 d 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.
1:31 PM25h34Charleston, WV3:05 PMBoston, MA$7931One-way0 transfers
1:31 PM25h34Charleston, WV3:05 PMBoston, MA$7931One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Charleston, WV to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $148. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $148, and a train costs an average of $360.
Distance: 621 miles (1000 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$512 Average price | $160 Average price Cheapest | $425 Average price |
22h 41m Average total duration 22h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 11m Average total duration 31h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 11m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Charleston, WV to Boston, MA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA
Trains from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 22h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $360 (€287) but you can travel from only $148 (€118) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:31, the last at 18:51. The fastest train covers the 621 miles (1000 km) distance in 25h 34m.
Distance 621 miles (1000 km) |
Average train duration 22h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $360 (€287) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 25h 34m |
First train 8:31 AM |
Last train 6:51 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, WV and Boston, MA from $148 (€118). 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, WV to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, WV to Boston, MA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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