The cheapest and fastest trains from Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$91
Fastest journey
4 h 38 m
Average duration
4 h 46 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wilson, 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 Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC will cost around $91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 2 trains that leave Wilson, NC for Charleston, SC on Sat, Mar 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct trains cover the 376 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 53 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 and flight for Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 233 miles (376 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
$72 Average price Cheapest | $280 Average price |
5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC trains for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6190 AMTRAK · 89 Palmetto | 4:40 PM Wilson, NC | 9h41 | 2:21 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 1 transfer | |
6190 AMTRAK · 90 Palmetto · 97 Silver Meteor | 4:40 PM Wilson, NC | 16h08 | 8:48 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 2 transfers | |
89 Palmetto | 9:13 PM Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC | 5h08 | 2:21 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
89 Palmetto | 9:33 PM Wilson Station, Wilson, NC | 4h48 | 2:21 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
97 Silver Meteor | 3:55 AM Rocky Mount Station, Rocky Mount, NC | 4h53 | 8:48 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:55 AM Wilson, NC | 4h53 | 9:48 AM Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC
Trains from Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (376 km) distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 09:15 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Wilson, NC and Charleston, SC from $50 (€41). 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 Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wilson, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wilson, NC to Charleston, SC
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available adjacent to the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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