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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$234
Average price
$234
Fastest journey
9 h 31 m
Average duration
9 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
722 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC will cost around $234 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $234.
Of the 1 trains that leave Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 722 km distance in an average of 9 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 31 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 9 h 31 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a flight costs an average of €77.
Distance: 448 miles (722 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€141 Average price | €150 Average price | €76 Average price Cheapest |
10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 37m Average total duration 12h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 89 Palmetto | 2:59 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 9h31 | 12:30 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC
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Trains from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€75) but you can travel from only $65 (€52) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:59, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 448 miles (722 km) distance in 9h 24m.
Distance 448 miles (722 km) |
Average train duration 9h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€75) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 24m |
First train 13:59 |
Last train 23:24 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC from $65 (€52). 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 Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North 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 Station, North Charleston, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station courtesy of Amtrak.
- Amtrak provides temporary luggage storage for $10 per bag for 24 hours for customers holding Amtrak tickets.
- Shake Shack
- McDonald’s
- Starbucks
- Potbelly Sandwich Shop
- Chopt Creative Salad Co.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Thunder Grill
- Johnny Rockets
- Jamba Juice
- Ladurée Union Station
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, wheelchair access. Accessible facilities including restrooms, parking, platforms, ticket office, waiting room.
- Hyatt Recency Washington On Capitol Hill
- Phoenix Park Hotel
- Kimpton George Hotel
- Mon - Fri: 04:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 05:00 - 22:00
- Located on the train concourse of Level G near the Amtrak Waiting Area.
- Metro lines: Red
- Bus lines: D6, D8, 80, 96,
- Train lines: Acela, Capitol Limited, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Fredericksburg Line, MARC Brunswick, MARC Camden, MARC Penn, Manassas Line, Northeast Regional, Palmetto, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter
ParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Residence Inn Charleston Airport
- Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Airport
- Courtyard by Marriott Charleston Airport
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: CARTA Route 11, Route 104
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