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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Charleston Station | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Charleston
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 $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5778 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 $69
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US 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 Durham to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Charleston start from $69. The average price for this train route is around $82. 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 Durham to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Charleston is 11h 14m, covering a distance of 225 miles (362 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Durham to Charleston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Durham to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Charleston at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 10:12am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Mar 26, 2026 with a price of $78To 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 $78 to $146 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 $93 which is on 2026-03-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Durham, NC, US to Charleston, SC, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe 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 $82 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $69. 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!
