How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Erie?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Erie start from R 6 518. The average price for this train route is around R 6 518. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Erie?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Erie is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1029 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Erie 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 Charleston to Erie?

The earliest train from Charleston to Erie departs at 21:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Erie from R 5 710 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Erie on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 4h	02:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 4h	02:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to Erie on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 4h	02:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	21:34	Charleston Station	1d 4h	02:10	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:14 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Erie

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Erie. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 376, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 22hAverage duration

1030 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 376 - R 2 376	Average duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 518 - R 6 518	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 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 R 6 518

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Erie by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Erie?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Erie start from R 6 518. The average price for this train route is around R 6 518. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Erie?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Erie is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1029 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Erie 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 Charleston to Erie?
The earliest train from Charleston to Erie departs at 21:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Erie was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 710

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 Erie as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 5 710 to R 44 956 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Erie based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 931, which is on 2025-12-16.