PA → SC · about 559 miles
Philadelphia to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Philadelphia to Charleston. The fastest takes 12 hours 33 minutes; the first train leaves at 7:32 AM and the last at 4:15 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 12h 33m
- First train
- 7:32 AM
- Last train
- 4:15 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Philadelphia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:32 AM | 10:21 PM | 14h 49m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 4:15 PM | 4:48 AM +1 day | 12h 33m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Philadelphia Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Philadelphia
Where the train stops in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Charleston to Philadelphia
Questions
How long is the train from Philadelphia to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 33 minutes; the typical trip is 14 hours 49 minutes.
What time is the first train from Philadelphia to Charleston?
The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM (Daily) and the last at 4:15 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Philadelphia to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Philadelphia?
Trains to Charleston leave from Philadelphia Amtrak station.