Trains tickets from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC

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Today15 Jan
Tomorrow16 Jan
Fri17 Jan
from US$71
Sat18 Jan
from US$87
Sun19 Jan
Mon20 Jan
Tue21 Jan
Wed22 Jan

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 17 January at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 17 January at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 17 January at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 18 January at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 January at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 17 January at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 January at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 18 January at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 17 January at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 18 January at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Charleston to Washington: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$132
Average train trip duration9h 51m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:15
Distance448 miles
Latest train departure21:34

Charleston to Washington Trains

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston - Washington

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Charleston to Washington cost?

    The average train ticket price from Charleston to Washington is US$132. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charleston to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Charleston to Washington?

    A train trip between Charleston and Washington is around 9h 51m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 452 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Charleston and Washington?

    The number of trains from Charleston to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Charleston to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Charleston to Washington?

    When taking the train from Charleston to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
13/01
US$105
14/01
US$105
Today
US$87
16/01
US$87
17/01
US$71
18/01
US$87
19/01
No data
20/01
US$87
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston to Washington was searched and found on 17 Jan 2025 with a price of US$71

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston to Washington as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$71 to US$534 for a train ticket from Charleston to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$71, which is on 2025-01-17.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charleston to Washington is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Charleston and Washington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Charleston to Washington and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Washington to Charleston

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