Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Station | Charleston Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
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 £295
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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.
How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Charleston start from £295. The average price for this train route is around £489. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Charleston is 3d 8h, covering a distance of 2188 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Charleston?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Charleston departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £298To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Charleston, SC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £298 to £1,884 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £298, which is on 2025-12-12.
