DC → WV · about 253 miles
Washington to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 3 direct trains a week from Washington to Charleston. The fastest takes 9 hours 30 minutes; every train leaves at 11:39 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 3
- Fastest trip
- 9h 30m
- Leaves at
- 11:39 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Washington Union Station 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:39 AM | 9:09 PM | 9h 30m | Wed, Fri, Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Washington Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Washington
Where the train stops in Charleston
Return trip: Charleston to Washington
Questions
How long is the train from Washington to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 9 hours 30 minutes.
What time is the first train from Washington to Charleston?
Every departure is at 11:39 AM (Wed, Fri, Sun).
Which rail companies go from Washington to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Washington?
Trains to Charleston leave from Washington (Union Station).