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The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SCShowing times and prices for Jul 11
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Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC train with Amtrak
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $229. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 9h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $229, and a train costs an average of $624.
Distance: 1841 miles (2963 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$744 Average price | $308 Average price | $242 Average price Cheapest | $435 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
61h 9m Average total duration 60h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration Fastest 9h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 59h 40m Average total duration 59h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC:
A bus is $66 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC costing on average $308 (€254).
A bus is $502 (€413) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC costing on average $744 (€612).
Other travel options to Charleston, SC take longer:
Bus takes on average 59h 10m.
Train takes on average 60h 39m.
Tickets start at around $744 (€612) compared to roughly $435 (€358) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-309.28 (€-254.32). The journey takes 60h 39m versus 32h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 9:20 AM Salt Lake City, UT | 71h28 | 8:48 AM Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC
Trains from Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 60h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $624 (€513) but you can travel from only $203 (€167) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:20, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 1841 miles (2963 km) distance in 71h 28m.
Distance 1841 miles (2963 km) |
Average train duration 60h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $624 (€513) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 71h 28m |
First train 3:20 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salt Lake City, UT and Charleston, SC from $203 (€167). 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC
Most Salt Lake City, UT to Charleston, SC trains use the Salt Lake Central Station to Charleston Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Salt Lake City, UT and Charleston, SC train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salt Lake City, UT station do trains to Charleston, SC leave from?
Getting to Salt Lake Central Station from Salt Lake City city centre
Salt Lake Central Station is 1 km from Salt Lake City city centre. Public transport options include:
Salt Lake Central Station train station facilities and services
Salt Lake Central Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Gateway, Red Iguana
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salt Lake Central Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salt Lake Central Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salt Lake Central Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salt Lake Central Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salt Lake Central Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt House Salt Lake City/Downtown, Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown, Holiday Inn Express Salt Lake City Downtown.
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