Train from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Durham to Charleston on 28 March
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 20mAverage duration
224 milesDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£98 - £98Average duration9h 20m
9kg CO₂e
Average price£53 - £85Average duration11h 14m
33kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Charleston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Charleston start from £53. The average price for this train route is around £64. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Durham to Charleston?

    The average train journey time from Durham to Charleston is 11h 14m, covering a distance of 225 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Durham to Charleston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Durham to Charleston?

    The earliest train from Durham to Charleston departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 10:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/03
£61
27/03
£61
Today
£61
29/03
£72
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02/04
£82
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of £61

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

You can expect to pay from £61 to £113 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £72, which is on 2026-03-29.

What's the cheapest way to go from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Durham, NC, US and Charleston, SC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £64 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £53. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Charleston, SC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US in about 9h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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