Trains tickets from Washington (DC), US to Charleston (SC), US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 1 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 2 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Charleston.

Average Price$70 - $71Average Duration11h 30m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$75 - $372Average Duration9h 24m
66kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 9 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
9h 24mAverage Duration
$75Cheapest ticket
66kgCO₂ emissions

Train Washington to Charleston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$137
Average train trip duration9h 24m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure9:59am
Distance448 miles (722 km)
Latest train departure7:24pm

Washington to Charleston 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
$135
04/24
$135
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04/26
$72
04/27
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04/28
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04/29
$111
04/30
$108
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Charleston was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of $72

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

You can expect to pay from $72 to $853 for a train ticket from Washington to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-04-26.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Charleston, 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 Washington and Charleston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Washington to Charleston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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 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 traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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.

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