Cheap train tickets from Nashville to Charleston
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Nashville to Charleston. Traveling by train from Nashville to Charleston usually takes 28 hours and 36 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 321 mi (516 km) |
| Fastest train | 28h 36m |
| Lowest price | $120.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Nashville to Charleston Train Schedule
Is it better to travel by train or bus from Nashville to Charleston?
There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Nashville to Charleston.
Train | Bus | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$125.00 | Avg. Price$118.76Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration28h 36m | Duration19h 8mFaster |
There are several train options that can take you from Nashville to Charleston:
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What train companies travel from Nashville to Charleston?
There are multiple trains that travel from Nashville to Charleston, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 28h 36m | $125.00 |
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. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from Nashville to Charleston every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from $120.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Nashville to Charleston
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 carry-on 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 Nashville. If you're not set on traveling by train, you could always take the bus from Nashville to Charleston for $86.
TRIPS PER DAY
1
DIRECT TRIPS
0
The distance between Nashville and Charleston is approximately 321 miles, or 516 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 28 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 spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
DISTANCE (MI)
321
DISTANCE (KM)
516
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Nashville at 2:55am and arrives in Charleston around 28 hours later.
EARLIEST TRAIN
2:55am
LATEST TRAIN
2:55am
Trains from Nashville to Charleston are the most crowded on Thursday. 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 traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Thursday
LEAST CROWDED
Thursday
City Information
Nashville
Nashville may be the capital of the state of Tennessee, but it’s actually much more famous as the country music capital of the world. If you are a fan of country music, or music in general, Nashville is a must-visit destination. Here you can visit several one-of-a-kind museums dedicated to the genre and attend amazing live performances every day at pretty much every bar or venue across town.
There are two places that you absolutely must visit while you’re in town: the Country Music Hall of Fame Museum (for obvious reasons), and the legendary Grand Ole Opry House, known as country’s most famous stage. Once you get those out of the way, head over to Broadway and snatch yourself a pair of cowboy boots before embarking on a tour of the many bars and restaurants that make up Nashville’s most famous street.
And if you’re looking to escape the country-ness of it all, you might want to head over to East Nashville where you will find hip new restaurants and bars full of young and artistic crowds. It’s definitely worth checking out the area, if only for the several Insta-ready murals you will find there.
While there is no Amtrak train service that goes to Nashville, there are several bus carriers that serve the city and the main bus station is located very conveniently downtown, not too far from all the hustle and bustle of Music City. The Nashville International Airport is located on the outskirts of the city, but there is a direct bus transit service that will take you from there all the way to the heart of town.
Station Information
Where does the train leave from in Nashville?
Main departure station: Greyhound: Bus Station
The primary bus station in Nashville is in the heart of the SoBro (“South of Broadway”) neighborhood, surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and music venues. From this station, you can catch Jefferson Lines, Greyhound, Miller Transportation, and Amtrak Thruway buses offering trips to destinations throughout the United States. To make traveling stress-free, this station is open 24 hours a day and includes restrooms, vending machines, and charging stations for your phone.
All train stations in Nashville:
- Greyhound: Bus Station
Where does the train arrive in Charleston?
Main arrival station: 350 MacCorkle Ave SE
Charleston has one train station.
All train stations in Charleston:
- 350 MacCorkle Ave SE
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