WV → DC · about 253 miles
Charleston to Washington train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Charleston to Washington. The fastest takes 10 hours 13 minutes; every train leaves at 8:31 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 10h 13m
- Leaves at
- 8:31 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charleston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:31 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 13m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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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
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 10 hours 13 minutes; the typical trip is 10 hours 13 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charleston to Washington?
Every departure is at 8:31 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
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.