Trains tickets from Chicago to Charleston (SC), US

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Today8 Jun
from US$477
Tomorrow9 Jun
Tue10 Jun
from US$393
Wed11 Jun
Thu12 Jun
Fri13 Jun
Sat14 Jun
Sun15 Jun

Next departures to Charleston

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 10 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 10 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 10 June at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago (Union Station), IL
    Arrival time: 12 June at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Charleston

Bus
Average priceUS$172 - US$323Average duration1d 13h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$271 - US$540Average duration1d 9h
110kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours and with fares starting at just US$172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 13hAverage duration
US$172Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Train Chicago to Charleston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$394
Average train trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure18:40
Distance749 miles

Chicago to Charleston Train

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Charleston from Chicago, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Charleston (SC), US

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

    The average train ticket price from Chicago to Charleston is US$394. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Chicago to Charleston 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 Chicago to Charleston?

    A train trip between Chicago and Charleston is around 1d 9h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 755 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Chicago to Charleston 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 Chicago to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06/06
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07/06
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Today
US$459
09/06
US$269
10/06
US$378
11/06
US$416
12/06
US$416
13/06
US$416
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Charleston was searched and found on 9 Jun 2025 with a price of US$269

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

You can expect to pay from US$269 to US$1,499 for a train ticket from Chicago to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$269, which is on 2025-06-09.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Charleston, 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.

By choosing the train between Chicago and Charleston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Chicago to Charleston.

Did you know?

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.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Charleston to Chicago

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