FL → SC · about 468 miles
Fort Lauderdale to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston. The fastest takes 12 hours 40 minutes; every train leaves at 7:45 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 12h 40m
- Leaves at
- 7:45 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station and arrives at Charleston Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:45 AM | 8:25 PM | 12h 40m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Fort Lauderdale Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Fort Lauderdale
Where the train stops in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Charleston to Fort Lauderdale
Questions
How long is the train from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 40 minutes; the typical trip is 12 hours 40 minutes.
What time is the first train from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
Every departure is at 7:45 AM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Fort Lauderdale to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Fort Lauderdale?
Trains to Charleston leave from Fort Lauderdale Amtrak Station.