How much is the train ticket from Boston to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Charleston start from $130. The average price for this train route is around $300. 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 Boston to Charleston?

The average train ride duration from Boston to Charleston is 19h 38m, covering a distance of 814 miles (1313 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Boston to Charleston route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Boston to Charleston at 8:12am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Train Boston to Charleston from $157 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:01pm	Boston Route 128, MA	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	7:01pm	Boston Route 128, MA	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	6:45pm	South Station (Train Terminal)	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	19h 33m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	19h 33m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	9:26am	Back Bay Station	19h 22m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	19h 33m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	19h 33m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Cheapest
	Train	9:36am	Boston Route 128, MA	19h 12m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	Train	9:15am	Back Bay Station	19h 33m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
	Train	8:18am	Back Bay Station	20h 30m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Boston to Charleston on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:45am	Back Bay Station	19h 3m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:55am	Boston Route 128, MA	18h 53m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	9:45am	Back Bay Station	19h 3m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	9:45am	Back Bay Station	19h 3m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	6:51pm	Back Bay Station	1d	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 19 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11train per day

19h 38mAverage Duration

814 milesDistance

119kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$80 - $367	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$130 - $859	Average Duration19h 38m	CO₂ emissions 119kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 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 $130

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, 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 Boston to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Charleston start from $130. The average price for this train route is around $300. 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 Boston to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Charleston is 19h 38m, covering a distance of 814 miles (1313 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Charleston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Charleston at 8:12am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/28

$496

11/29

$506

Today

$697

12/01

$430

12/02

$261

12/03

$222

12/04

$327

12/05

$338

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $222

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $222 to $1,699 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $222 which is on 2025-12-03.