How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Rochester?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Rochester start from $202. The average price for this train route is around $261. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Rochester?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Rochester is 23h 41m, covering a distance of 721 miles (1163 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Rochester route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Rochester?

The earliest train departs from Charleston to Rochester at 8:34pm. And the latest train departs at 8:34pm.

Train Charleston to Rochester from $194 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Rochester on February 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 2h	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Cheapest
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	23h 41m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	Fastest
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	23h 41m	8:15pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags
Train	8:34pm	Charleston Station	1d 2h	11:23pm	Louise M. Slaughter Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:32 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Rochester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Rochester. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

721 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$126 - $229	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$202 - $933	Average Duration23h 41m	CO₂ emissions 106kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,762 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5762 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $202

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Rochester, NY, 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 Charleston to Rochester?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Rochester start from $202. The average price for this train route is around $261. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Rochester?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Rochester is 23h 41m, covering a distance of 721 miles (1163 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Rochester route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Rochester?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Rochester at 8:34pm. And the latest train departs at 8:34pm.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Rochester, NY, US was searched and found on Feb 28, 2026 with a price of $276

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 Rochester, NY, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $276 to $1,559 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Rochester, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $276 which is on 2026-02-28.