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Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Harrisburg, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Harrisburg, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $170. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $170, and a flight costs an average of $157.
Distance: 544 miles (877 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$248 Average price | $382 Average price | $226 Average price Cheapest |
14h 26m Average total duration 13h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration Fastest 6h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 4m Average total duration 26h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Harrisburg, PA
Trains from Charleston, SC to Harrisburg, PA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€139) but you can travel from only $157 (€128) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 544 miles (877 km) distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 544 miles (877 km) |
Average train duration 13h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€139) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 15h 0m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Harrisburg, PA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Harrisburg, PA from $157 (€128). 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 Harrisburg, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Harrisburg, PA 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 Harrisburg, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Harrisburg, PA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Millworks
- Bricco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hilton Harrisburg
- Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey
- Radisson Hotel Harrisburg
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 3: bus connections and car rental services
- Bus: CAT (Capital Area Transit) services available
- Greyhound and other intercity bus services
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