How much is the train ticket from Fayetteville to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Fayetteville to Charleston start at $46. The average price for this train route is around $77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Fayetteville to Charleston?

The average train trip from Fayetteville to Charleston takes 3h 14m and covers 264 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Fayetteville to Charleston route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Fayetteville to Charleston departs at 1:27am. The latest train departs at 4:16pm.

Train Fayetteville to Charleston from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Fayetteville to Charleston on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	4:16pm	Fayetteville Station	3h 14m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	4:16pm	Fayetteville Station	3h 14m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 2025-11-30 EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Fayetteville to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 3 hours 14 minutes, and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

3h 14mAverage Duration

264 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $118	Average Duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $175	Average Duration3h 14m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,628 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5628 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 $46

Amtrak Fayetteville Charleston recent customer reviews

Great, we need more trains across the USA

Jared N.

October 17, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC, US 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 Fayetteville to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Fayetteville to Charleston start at $46. The average price for this train route is around $77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Fayetteville to Charleston?
The average train trip from Fayetteville to Charleston takes 3h 14m and covers 264 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Fayetteville to Charleston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Fayetteville to Charleston?
The earliest train from Fayetteville to Charleston departs at 1:27am. The latest train departs at 4:16pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-05

$73

12-06

$43

Today

$73

12-08

$43

12-09

$61

12-10

No data

12-11

$61

12-12

$61

The cheapest trip from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $645 for a train ticket from Fayetteville, NC to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-08.