How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Atlanta?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Atlanta start at $214. The average price for this train route is around $394. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Charleston to Atlanta?

The average train trip from Charleston to Atlanta takes 1d and covers 421 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 28m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Atlanta route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Atlanta?

The earliest train from Charleston to Atlanta departs at 9:15am. The latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Train Charleston to Atlanta from $225 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Atlanta on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Atlanta on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Atlanta on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Atlanta on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 11h	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	23h 28m	8:43am	Peachtree Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:16 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Atlanta

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 11 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 35mAverage Duration

421 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$73 - $336	Average Duration11h 35m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$214 - $1,887	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5618 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $214

US train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Atlanta?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Atlanta start at $214. The average price for this train route is around $394. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Charleston to Atlanta?
The average train trip from Charleston to Atlanta takes 1d and covers 421 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 28m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Atlanta route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Atlanta?
The earliest train from Charleston to Atlanta departs at 9:15am. The latest train departs at 9:34pm.

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

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$266

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $266

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

You can expect to pay from $266 to $2,274 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $266 which is on 2025-12-02.