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

The average train ticket price from Indianapolis to Charleston is $62. The best way to find train tickets from Indianapolis to Charleston 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 Indianapolis to Charleston?

A train trip between Indianapolis and Charleston is around 8h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 262 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Indianapolis and Charleston?

The number of trains from Indianapolis to Charleston 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 Indianapolis to Charleston 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 Charleston?

Once in Charleston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Gibbes Museum of Art, South Carolina Aquarium, Theatre 99, Charleston Food Tours.

Trains from Indianapolis to Charleston (WV), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to Charleston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$75 - $105	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$62 - $62	Average Duration8h 16m	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Indianapolis to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 8 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 16mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest ticket

38kgCO₂ emissions

Train Indianapolis to Charleston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$62

Average train trip duration8h 16m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure12:15am

Distance262 miles (421 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,082 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5082 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 $62.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Indianapolis to Charleston Train

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Charleston 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.

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

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Did you know?

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.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to Charleston?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 30m	Avg Price$94	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time8h 16m	Avg Price$62	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Indianapolis and Charleston is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $62 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $62. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charleston, choose the train, as it will take you from Indianapolis to Charleston in about 8h 16m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Trains tickets from Indianapolis to Charleston (WV), US