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How to get to Charleston by train
- Routes
- 15
- Trips per day
- 19
- train lines
- 2
- Stations
- 1
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Station Information
Popular train stations in Charleston:
- 350 MacCorkle Ave SE
What train companies travel to Charleston, WV?
Located in West Virginia, Charleston is accessible by train from 15 other cities. You can choose from 19 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to Charleston on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to Charleston are also available.
Train companies serving Charleston
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 44 | 23 hr, 8 min | CZK 6,081.90 |
| Amtrak Cardinal | 15 | 10 hr, 35 min | CZK 4,789.24 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
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 outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 411.26 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to Charleston, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to Charleston. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Charleston was CZK 411.26.
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CZK 411.26
The main train station in Charleston is 350 MacCorkle Ave SE. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around Charleston.
The closest airport to Charleston is Yeager Airport (CRW), located 2.7 miles from the city center of Charleston.
Charleston ranks number 4 among the most popular train destinations in West Virginia. Charleston ranks number 485 among train destinations in the country. Charleston ranks number 5 in West Virginia by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 15 direct train schedules arriving in Charleston each day.
The population of Charleston is 49,736. It is the largest city in West Virginia. It ranks number 194 by population in the country.
A short train trip to Charleston, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 584.42. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to Charleston starts at CZK 411.26. A longer trip by train to Charleston can be as cheap as CZK 1,103.91. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 800.88.
People who take the train to Charleston are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to Charleston easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city center of Charleston is 350 MacCorkle Ave SE, located just 0.4 miles away. Select 350 MacCorkle Ave SE as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Charleston. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore | 12 hr, 43 min | CZK 2,742.46 |
| St Louis | 23 hr, 21 min | CZK 9,083.88 |
| New York | 14 hr, 44 min | CZK 6,868.49 |
| Los Angeles | 3 days, 7 hr, 16 min | CZK 16,555.62 |
| Washington, DC | 9 hr, 30 min | CZK 4,023.43 |
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