How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Hartford?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Hartford start from R 5 148. The average price for this train route is around R 5 148. 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 Hartford?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Hartford is 18h 10m, covering a distance of 1181 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 10m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Hartford 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 Hartford?

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

Train Charleston to Hartford from R 3 492 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charleston to Hartford on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 10m	15:44	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 10m	15:44	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 10m	15:44	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 10m	15:44	Harford Union Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	18h 10m	15:44	Harford Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Hartford

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Hartford. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 316, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 1hAverage duration

1181 kmDistance

30kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 316 - R 8 103	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 148 - R 5 148	Average duration18h 10m	CO₂ emissions 107kg 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 5 148

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 Hartford, CT 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 Hartford?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Hartford start from R 5 148. The average price for this train route is around R 5 148. 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 Hartford?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Hartford is 18h 10m, covering a distance of 1181 km. The quickest train can get you there in 18h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Hartford 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 Hartford?
The earliest train from Charleston to Hartford departs at 21:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Hartford, CT was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 954

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 Hartford, CT as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 954 to R 25 815 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Hartford, CT based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 954, which is on 2025-12-20.