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

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Baltimore start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Baltimore?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Baltimore is 11h 23m, covering a distance of 473 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Baltimore route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Charleston to Baltimore departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Baltimore from £65 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Baltimore on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Cheapest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	10h 56m	08:30	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 27m	11:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 27m	11:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Baltimore on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Cheapest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	10h 56m	08:30	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 27m	11:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 27m	11:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Baltimore on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Cheapest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	10h 56m	08:30	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 27m	11:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 27m	11:01	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Baltimore on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Cheapest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	10h 56m	08:30	Penn Station	Fastest
Train	09:15	Charleston Station	11h 7m	20:22	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	12h 7m	09:41	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	12h 7m	09:41	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 11 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just £68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

11h 23mAverage duration

473 milesDistance

69kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£46 - £179	Average duration20h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£68 - £646	Average duration11h 23m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,631 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5631 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £68

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

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

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Charleston to Baltimore?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Baltimore start from £68. The average price for this train route is around £116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Baltimore?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Baltimore is 11h 23m, covering a distance of 473 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Baltimore route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Baltimore?
The earliest train from Charleston to Baltimore departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

06/12

£110

07/12

£110

Today

£110

09/12

£110

10/12

£110

11/12

£136

12/12

£65

13/12

£90

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Baltimore was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £65

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 Baltimore as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £65 to £944 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £65, which is on 2025-12-12.