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

The average train ticket price from Atlanta to Charleston is $202. The best way to find train tickets from Atlanta to Charleston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Atlanta to Charleston?

A train trip between Atlanta and Charleston is around 20h 54m, although the fastest train will take about 20h 54m. This is the time it takes to travel the 353 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Atlanta and Charleston?

The number of trains from Atlanta to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Atlanta to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Atlanta to Charleston?

When taking the train from Atlanta to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Charleston?

Once in Charleston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Gibbes Museum of Art, South Carolina Aquarium, Theatre 99, Charleston Food Tours.

Train Atlanta to Charleston from $149 | Refundable Tickets

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 24 at 11:29pm
Departure city: Atlanta
Departure location: Peachtree Station
Arrival time: July 25 at 8:23pm
Destination city: Charleston
Destination location: Charleston, WV
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 20h 54m
Departure time: July 24 at 11:29pm
Departure city: Atlanta
Departure location: Peachtree Station
Arrival time: July 25 at 8:23pm
Destination city: Charleston
Destination location: Charleston, WV
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 20h 54m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Charleston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$67 - $183	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$156 - $344	Average Duration20h 54m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Atlanta to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

10h 40mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Train Atlanta, GA to Charleston, WV, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$202

Average train trip duration20h 54m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure11:29pm

Distance350 miles (563 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,304 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5304 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 $156

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Atlanta to Charleston Train

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Atlanta and Charleston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charleston.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Charleston, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Atlanta and Charleston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Atlanta to Charleston, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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