How much does a train ticket from Charleston to Raleigh cost?

The average train ticket price from Charleston to Raleigh is $72. The best way to find train tickets from Charleston to Raleigh 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!

How long is the train trip from Charleston to Raleigh?

A train trip between Charleston and Raleigh is around 8h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 220 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Charleston and Raleigh?

The number of trains from Charleston to Raleigh 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 Raleigh by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Raleigh?

Once in Raleigh, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Contemporary Art Museum, J.C. Raulston Arboretum at North Carolina State University, North Carolina Museum of Art, North Carolina Museum of History, North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences.

Trains from Charleston (SC), US to Raleigh | Amtrak

Train Charleston to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$72

Average train trip duration8h 7m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:15am

Distance215 miles (346 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,074 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5074 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $58.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Charleston to Raleigh Train

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

Best price found

04/23

$58

04/24

$58

Today

$73

04/26

$68

04/27

$67

04/28

$58

04/29

$68

04/30

$67

The cheapest trip from Charleston to Raleigh was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of $58

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

You can expect to pay from $58 to $122 for a train ticket from Charleston to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $58 which is on 2025-04-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Charleston and Raleigh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Raleigh.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Raleigh you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Charleston and Raleigh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

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

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Trains tickets from Charleston (SC), US to Raleigh