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Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles to Charleston
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Los Angeles to Charleston. Travelling by train from Los Angeles to Charleston usually takes 3 days, 7 hours and 43 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 2 days, 12 hours and 36 minutes.
- Distance
- 2049 mi (3298 km)
- Fastest train
- 60h 36m
- Lowest price
- US$373.00
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Los Angeles to Charleston Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Los Angeles to Charleston?
There are usually 4 daily coach trips from Los Angeles to Charleston.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceUS$431.67 | Avg. PriceUS$233.14Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration79h 43m | Duration64h 57mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from Los Angeles to Charleston:
See more detailsWhat is the price of a train ticket from Los Angeles to Charleston?
In the last month, train tickets from Los Angeles to Charleston cost about US$399 when booked at the cheapest time. Considering the distance between Los Angeles and Charleston, tickets on this route are relatively expensive. Good news! You can find the cheapest tickets if you book your trip at least 15 days prior to the travel date. You’ll likely pay around US$109.67 more if you wait to book until the last minute.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Charleston by travel date
Over the next 30 days, a one-way train trip from Los Angeles to Charleston will cost between US$206 and US$431. Book in advance to secure the best price in the next few weeks.
Average train ticket prices from Los Angeles to Charleston by month
Ticket prices for the train from Los Angeles to Charleston often fluctuate based on the time of year. For the best prices on this route, book in January when the average ticket price is only US$303. If you're thinking of travelling from Los Angeles to Charleston during July, keep in mind that train ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$558 during this time of year. The best way to score a cheap deal, even in July, is to book your trip well in advance.
Prices as travel date approaches
By booking your train trip from Los Angeles to Charleston on Wanderu at least 15 days ahead of time, you can save about US$109.67 on your ticket. Waiting until the last minute means missing out on these savings!
Which train should you take from Los Angeles to Charleston?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Los Angeles to Charleston. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 79h 43m | US$431.67 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from Los Angeles to Charleston every day, as well as 3 trips at the weekends, with prices starting from US$328.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Los Angeles to Charleston
Yes, there are trains that can take you the entire way from Los Angeles to Charleston. However, there are also some trips on this route that require you to board another vehicle, such as a coach or a shuttle, during your journey. This is worth paying attention to as you book your trip, since a direct train may be preferable for its speed and convenience.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Charleston to Los Angeles. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from Los Angeles to Charleston for US$213.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Los Angeles and Charleston is approximately 2,049 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 3 days, 7 hours and 43 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 2 days, 12 hours and 36 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
2049
Distance (km)
3298
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Los Angeles at 16:55 and arrives in Charleston around 60 hours later.
First train
4:55pm
Last train
10:00pm
Trains from Los Angeles to Charleston are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Monday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several coach and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighbouring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: Union Station
Union Station is the main train station in Los Angeles and the largest railway passenger terminal in the Western United States. The station was opened in 1939 and has become one of California’s busiest transport hubs, serving more than 100 thousand passengers per day. Every Amtrak route that goes through Los Angeles stops at Union Station. In addition, the area around the station serves as the main bus stop for several coach carriers that conduct trips in and out of the city. Located in Downtown LA, Union Station offers easy transit connections to other parts of the city via three Metro Rail lines and one Metro Busway line, as well as a shuttle service to LAX airport. Union Station also serves as the main LA hub for six lines of Metrolink, Southern California’s primary commuter rail service.
All train stations in Los Angeles:
- Union Station
- 10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd, Chatsworth
- Amtrak Metrolink Station - 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Where is the train station in Charleston?
Main arrival station: 350 MacCorkle Ave SE
Charleston has one train station.
Train stations in Charleston:
- 350 MacCorkle Ave SE
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