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Compare train, bus, and flight for Charlottesville, VA to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlottesville, VA to Charleston, SC 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 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €148, and a flight costs an average of €256.
Distance: 372 miles (599 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€194 Average price | €319 Average price | €157 Average price Cheapest |
20h 23m Average total duration 19h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 0m Average total duration 30h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlottesville, VA to Charleston, SC
Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Charleston, SC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $178 (€145) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:55, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 372 miles (599 km) distance in 19h 53m.
Distance 372 miles (599 km) |
Average train duration 19h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $178 (€145) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 19h 53m |
First train 08:55 |
Last train 21:34 |
FAQs: Trains from Charlottesville, VA to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlottesville, VA to Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlottesville, VA to Charleston, SC
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station.
- The Local
- Maya Restaurant
- Public Fish & Oyster
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $1
- Graduate Charlottesville
- Residence Inn by Marriott Charlottesville Downtown
- Omni Charlottesville Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform area for boarding
- Bus: Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) services available
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