Cheap train tickets from Charleston to South Shore

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Trip Summary

There is one daily train from Charleston to South Shore. Travelling by train from Charleston to South Shore usually takes 2 hours and 28 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.

Distance
76 mi (122 km)
Fastest train
2h 28m
Lowest price
£18.53
Trains per day
1
Most frequent service
Amtrak Cardinal
Train lines
1

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Charleston to South Shore Train Timetable

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Which train should you take from Charleston to South Shore?

Amtrak Cardinal is the one and only train line which connects Charleston to South Shore. 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.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Cardinal12h 28m£18.53
  • The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power sockets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café. There is usually 1 Cardinal trip from Charleston to South Shore per day, with an average trip length of 2 hours and 28 minutes.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Charleston to South Shore

Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to South Shore with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains. You can also take a train for your return trip from South Shore to Charleston.

Trains per day

1

Direct trains

1

The distance between Charleston and South Shore is approximately 76 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 2 hours and 28 minutes. Although it takes a couple of hours each way, it's still possible to make a round trip in a single day. Since most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, you should be able to browse the Internet or get some work done during your journey.

Distance (mi)

76

Distance (km)

122

Most days, there is only one train which leaves Charleston at 21:09 and arrives in South Shore around 2 hours later.

First train

9:09pm

Last train

9:09pm

Trains from Charleston to South Shore are the most crowded on Wednesday. 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 Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

Busiest

Wednesday

Least crowded

Wednesday

Station Information

Where is the train station in Charleston?

Main departure station: 350 MacCorkle Ave SE

There is one train station in Charleston.

All train stations in Charleston:

  • 350 MacCorkle Ave SE

Where is the train station in South Shore?

Main arrival station: Main St and US-23

South Shore has one train station.

Train stations in South Shore:

  • Main St and US-23

Need a return trip from South Shore to Charleston?

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