Cheap train tickets from Charleston to Boston
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Charleston to Boston. Traveling by train from Charleston to Boston usually takes 25 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 25 hours and 27 minutes.
| Distance | 621 mi (1000 km) |
| Fastest train | 25h 27m |
| Lowest price | $191.00 |
| Trains per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak |
| Train lines | 1 |
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Charleston to Boston Train Schedule
There are several train options that can take you from Charleston to Boston:
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What train companies travel from Charleston to Boston?
There are multiple trains that travel from Charleston to Boston, including Amtrak. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular train lines:
| TRAIN | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 25h 31m | $194.50 |
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Charleston to Boston
The distance between Charleston and Boston is approximately 621 miles, or 1000 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 25 hours and 31 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 25 hours and 27 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)
621
DISTANCE (KM)
1000
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Charleston at 8:31am and arrives in Boston around 25 hours later.
EARLIEST TRAIN
8:31am
LATEST TRAIN
8:31am
Trains from Charleston to Boston 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 traveling on Wednesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
MOST CROWDED
Wednesday
LEAST CROWDED
Wednesday
City Information
Boston
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbor, if you will):
Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.
From Boston, travelers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.
Station Information
Where does the train leave from 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 does the train arrive in Boston?
Main arrival station: Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
Boston receives travelers from Charleston at its two active train stations.
All train stations in Boston:
- Back Bay Station - 145 Dartmouth St
- South Station
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