Trains tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa

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Today27 Jul
Tomorrow28 Jul
from US$147
Tue29 Jul
from US$127
Wed30 Jul
from US$122
Thu31 Jul
Fri1 Aug
from US$141
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 July at
    Departure city: Charleston
    Departure location: Charleston Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: Tampa
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Tampa

Bus
Average priceUS$69 - US$170Average duration15h 35m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$72 - US$235Average duration16h 52m
54kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to Tampa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
15h 35mAverage duration
US$69Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Charleston, SC, US to Tampa: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$122
Average train trip duration16h 52m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure19:37
Distance370 miles

Charleston to Tampa Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, SC, US - Tampa

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Charleston to Tampa cost?

    The average train ticket price from Charleston to Tampa is US$122. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Charleston to Tampa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Charleston to Tampa?

    A train trip between Charleston and Tampa is around 16h 52m, although the fastest train will take about 16h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 366 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Charleston and Tampa?

    The number of trains from Charleston to Tampa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Charleston to Tampa by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Charleston to Tampa?

    When taking the train from Charleston to Tampa, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/07
US$166
26/07
US$75
Today
US$75
28/07
US$140
29/07
US$121
30/07
US$116
31/07
US$75
01/08
US$135
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa was searched and found on 26 Jul 2025 with a price of US$75

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$75 to US$452 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$75, which is on 2025-07-31.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Tampa you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Charleston and Tampa, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Charleston to Tampa and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

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Train from Tampa to Charleston, SC, US

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