PA → WV · about 365 miles
Philadelphia to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Philadelphia to Charleston. The fastest takes 12 hours 49 minutes; the first train leaves at 8:15 AM and the last at 8:20 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 12h 49m
- First train
- 8:15 AM
- Last train
- 8:20 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Philadelphia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:15 AM | 9:09 PM | 12h 54m | Wed, Fri, Sun from Dec 20 | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:20 AM | 9:09 PM | 12h 49m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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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
Return trip: Charleston to Philadelphia
Questions
How long is the train from Philadelphia to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 12 hours 49 minutes.
What time is the first train from Philadelphia to Charleston?
The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun) and the last at 8:20 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
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.