FL → SC · about 243 miles
Palatka to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 7 direct trains a week from Palatka to Charleston. The fastest takes 5 hours 55 minutes; every train leaves at 2:30 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 5h 55m
- Leaves at
- 2:30 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Palatka Amtrak 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:30 PM | 8:25 PM | 5h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Palatka Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Palatka
- Palatka Amtrak Map of Palatka Amtrak (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Charleston to Palatka
Questions
How long is the train from Palatka to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 5 hours 55 minutes; the typical trip is 5 hours 55 minutes.
What time is the first train from Palatka to Charleston?
Every departure is at 2:30 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Palatka to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Palatka?
Trains to Charleston leave from Palatka Amtrak.