OH → WV · about 164 miles
Cincinnati to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Cincinnati to Charleston. The fastest takes 4 hours 54 minutes; every train leaves at 3:37 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 4h 54m
- Leaves at
- 3:37 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Cincinnati Union Terminal and arrives at Charleston. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:37 AM | 8:31 AM | 4h 54m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Cincinnati Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Cincinnati
Where the train stops in Charleston
Return trip: Charleston to Cincinnati
Questions
How long is the train from Cincinnati to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 4 hours 54 minutes; the typical trip is 4 hours 54 minutes.
What time is the first train from Cincinnati to Charleston?
Every departure is at 3:37 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Cincinnati to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Cincinnati?
Trains to Charleston leave from Cincinnati Union Terminal.