SC → DC · about 449 miles
Charleston to Washington train schedule
Amtrak runs 13 direct trains a week from Charleston to Washington. The fastest takes 9 hours 51 minutes; the first train leaves at 9:15 AM and the last at 8:34 PM.
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- Trains a week
- 13
- Fastest trip
- 9h 51m
- First train
- 9:15 AM
- Last train
- 8:34 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charleston Amtrak Station and arrives at Washington Union Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 AM | 7:10 PM | 9h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:34 PM | 6:25 AM +1 day | 9h 51m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charleston Where you get off in Washington 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 Washington
Return trip: Washington to Charleston
Questions
How long is the train from Charleston to Washington?
The fastest direct train takes 9 hours 51 minutes; the typical trip is 9 hours 51 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charleston to Washington?
The earliest departure is at 9:15 AM (Daily) and the last at 8:34 PM (Daily except Sat).
Which rail companies go from Charleston to Washington?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charleston?
Trains to Washington leave from Charleston Amtrak Station.