How much is the train ticket from Pittsburgh to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Charleston start from R 3 081. The average price for this train route is around R 3 515. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Charleston is 23h 23m, covering a distance of 842 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Charleston?

The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Charleston departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Train Pittsburgh to Charleston from R 3 058 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Charleston on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Charleston on 14 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Charleston on 15 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Charleston on 16 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures from Pittsburgh to Charleston on 18 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	05:25	Union Station	23h 23m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	07:30	Union Station	21h 18m	04:48	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:18 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 21 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 498, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

21h 30mAverage duration

842 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 498 - R 5 697	Average duration21h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 081 - R 14 416	Average duration23h 23m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 727 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5727 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 3 081

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pittsburgh to Charleston, SC, US 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 Pittsburgh to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Pittsburgh to Charleston start from R 3 081. The average price for this train route is around R 3 515. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Pittsburgh to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Pittsburgh to Charleston is 23h 23m, covering a distance of 842 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Charleston?
The earliest train from Pittsburgh to Charleston departs at 05:25. And the latest train departs at 07:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/01

R 4 469

11/01

R 4 049

Today

R 3 629

13/01

R 3 629

14/01

R 4 200

15/01

R 4 469

16/01

R 4 469

17/01

R 3 125

The cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 125

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 125 to R 14 900 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 125, which is on 2026-01-17.