The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA
Cheapest price
$340
Average price
$340
Fastest journey
1 d 50 m
Average duration
1 d 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1320 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA will cost around $340 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $340.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charleston, SC for Boston, MA on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 1320 km distance in an average of 1 d 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 50 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 1 d 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:15 PM24h50Charleston, SC3:05 PMBoston, MA$3401One-way0 transfers
2:15 PM24h50Charleston, SC3:05 PMBoston, MA$3401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Boston, MA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $107, and a train costs an average of $158.
Distance: 820 miles (1320 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$334 Average price | $270 Average price | $233 Average price Cheapest |
20h 58m Average total duration 20h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 3m Average total duration 25h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleston, SC to Boston, MA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Boston, MA trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:15 PM Charleston, SC | 24h50 | 3:05 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA
Trains from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $158 (€128) but you can travel from only $87 (€70) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:12, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 820 miles (1320 km) distance in 19h 50m.
Distance 820 miles (1320 km) |
Average train duration 20h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $158 (€128) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 19h 50m |
First train 8:12 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Boston, MA from $87 (€70). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Boston, MA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Atlantic Avenue.
- Legal Sea Foods
- Tavern in the Square
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $0.50
- InterContinental Boston
- The Langham, Boston
- Boston Harbor Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for Amtrak services
- Hall 2: platforms 6-13 for MBTA Commuter Rail services
- Bus terminal located on the upper level.
- Subway: Red Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Multiple lines
- 5:00 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several garages in the vicinity.
- Sorellina
- Atlantic Fish Company
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Copley Square Hotel
- The Westin Copley Place
- Fairmont Copley Plaza
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for Amtrak and MBTA Commuter Rail
- Hall 2: Orange Line subway platforms
- Subway: Orange Line
- Bus: Several lines available
- Commuter Rail: Framingham/Worcester Line, Franklin Line, Needham Line, Providence/Stoughton Line
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