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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Wilmington Station | Charleston Station | Cheapest | ||||
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| Train | Wilmington Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 12 hours 6 minutes and with fares starting at just £71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5740 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £71
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Wilmington to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Charleston start from £71. The average price for this train route is around £121. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Charleston is 12h 6m, covering a distance of 534 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 11h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Charleston?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Charleston departs at 07:51. And the latest train departs at 16:42.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of £116To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £116 to £482 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £116, which is on 2026-01-19.
