The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
3 h 54 m
Average duration
6 h 44 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC 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 Selma, NC will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 4 trains that leave Charleston, SC for Selma, NC on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 6 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 9 h 25 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.
90 Palmetto9:15 AM3h54Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC1:09 PMSelma Station, Selma, NC$791One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto9:15 AM4h23Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC1:38 PMWilson Station, Wilson, NC$991One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian9:15 AM9h12Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC6:27 PMSelma Station, Selma, NC$1091One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 6189 AMTRAK9:15 AM9h25Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC6:40 PMSelma, NC$1361One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto9:15 AM3h54Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC1:09 PMSelma Station, Selma, NC$791One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto9:15 AM4h23Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC1:38 PMWilson Station, Wilson, NC$991One-way0 transfers
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian9:15 AM9h12Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC6:27 PMSelma Station, Selma, NC$1091One-way1 transfer
90 Palmetto · 6189 AMTRAK9:15 AM9h25Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC6:40 PMSelma, NC$1361One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Charleston, SC to Selma, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $138.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$76 Average price Cheapest | $313 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC:
A train is $236 (€193) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC costing on average $313 (€256).
Other travel options to Selma, NC take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 14m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (3h 54m by train vs 3h 57m by car). Tickets start at around $76 (€63) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Charleston, SC to Selma, NC train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Selma, NC trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian | 9:15 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 9h12 | 6:27 PM Selma Station, Selma, NC | 1 transfer | |
90 Palmetto | 9:15 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 3h54 | 1:09 PM Selma Station, Selma, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto | 9:15 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 4h23 | 1:38 PM Wilson Station, Wilson, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
90 Palmetto · 6189 AMTRAK | 9:15 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 9h25 | 6:40 PM Selma, NC | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC
Trains from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 18:03. The fastest train covers the 212 miles (342 km) distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 9:15 AM |
Last train 6:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Selma, NC from $59 (€48). 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 Selma, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC 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 Selma, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Selma, NC
Most Charleston, SC to Selma, NC trains use the Charleston Station to Goldsboro, W Mulberry St / North Carolina St (Transfer Center) station pair. Use this guide to compare Charleston, SC and Selma, NC train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Selma Station train station facilities and services
Selma Station has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Selma Station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Selma Station.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Selma Station.
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