SC → FL · about 243 miles
Charleston to Palatka train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Charleston to Palatka. The fastest takes 5 hours 56 minutes; every train leaves at 4:56 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 5h 56m
- Leaves at
- 4:56 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charleston Amtrak Station and arrives at Palatka Amtrak. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:56 AM | 10:52 AM | 5h 56m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charleston Where you get off in Palatka The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Palatka
- Palatka Amtrak Map of Palatka Amtrak (Google Maps)
Return trip: Palatka to Charleston
Questions
How long is the train from Charleston to Palatka?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 56 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charleston to Palatka?
Every departure is at 4:56 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Charleston to Palatka?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charleston?
Trains to Palatka leave from Charleston Amtrak Station.