Trains tickets from Tampa to Charleston, SC, US

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TomorrowJul 26
from $141
SunJul 27
MonJul 28
from $141
TueJul 29
from $122
WedJul 30
from $122
ThuJul 31
from $122
FriAug 1
from $122
SatAug 2

Trains leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 26 at
    Departure city: Tampa
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: July 27 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tampa to Charleston.

Bus
Average Price$53 - $120Average Duration16h
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$162 - $235Average Duration16h 23m
54kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tampa to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 16 hours and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
16hAverage Duration
$53Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Tampa to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$167
Average train trip duration16h 23m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure4:45pm
Distance370 miles (596 km)

Tampa to Charleston Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/23
$121
07/24
$121
Today
$140
07/26
$135
07/27
No data
07/28
$135
07/29
$116
07/30
$116
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tampa to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of $116

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

You can expect to pay from $116 to $407 for a train ticket from Tampa 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 2025-07-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Tampa to Charleston is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Charleston 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 Tampa and Charleston, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

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 traveling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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Train from Charleston, SC, US to Tampa

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