The cheapest and fastest trains from Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
9 h 29 m
Average duration
9 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 1 trains that leave Greenville, NC for Charleston, SC on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 394 km distance in an average of 9 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 29 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 9 h 29 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.
4:57 PM9h29Greenville, NC2:26 AMCharleston, SC$1151One-way0 transfers
4:57 PM9h29Greenville, NC2:26 AMCharleston, SC$1151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $94. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $94, and a bus costs an average of $160.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$112 Average price Cheapest | $160 Average price |
5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 50m Average total duration 21h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC
Trains from Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $94 (€77) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 11:57. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 7h 33m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€77) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 33m |
First train 9:15 AM |
Last train 11:57 AM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Greenville, NC and Charleston, SC from $94 (€77). 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 Greenville, NC to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Greenville, NC 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.

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