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Trains from Asheville to Charleston

🚆 Embark on a scenic train journey from Asheville to Charleston! This route covers a distance of 342 miles and takes approximately 20 hours and 37 minutes, with 3 transfers along the way. 🚌 The first leg of the trip involves a bus ride from Asheville to Raleigh, North Carolina, lasting about 2 hours and 45 minutes. From Raleigh, continue on a bus towards Jacksonville, with a short layover in Charlotte. 🌴 Finally, board a bus to Charleston for the last stretch of the adventure. After approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes on the road, you'll arrive at your destination in Charleston, ready to explore all the historic charm and beautiful sights the city has to offer.

Where to stay in Charleston

There are over 209 hotels to stay in Charleston. Prices range from $36 per night.

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  • The train route from Asheville to Charleston involves multiple bus transfers. The first step is taking a Greyhound bus from Asheville to Charlotte, followed by a second Greyhound bus from Charlotte to Columbia. The final leg of the journey is covered by a Southeastern Stages bus from Columbia to Charleston, with a last short bus ride to reach the final destination in Charleston.
  • The fastest train or bus route from Asheville to Charleston takes approximately 20 hours and 37 minutes, covering a distance of 342 miles. This route involves three transfers: one Greyhound bus from Asheville to Charlotte, another bus from Charlotte to Columbia, and a final bus operated by Southeastern Stages from Columbia to Charleston. While there are multiple transfers, this option provides a convenient way to travel between these two cities without direct train service.
  • There are no direct trains between Asheville and Charleston. The journey between these two cities involves taking a series of buses with transfers in different locations such as Raleigh, Charlotte, Columbia, and finally to Charleston. While there may not be any trains on this specific route, the bus services provided by Greyhound, Southeastern Stages, and the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority offer an alternative mode of transportation to reach your destination.
  • As there are no direct trains from Asheville to Charleston there are no specific first and last train schedules for this journey. However, for the bus routes involved in the trip with transfers in Raleigh, Charlotte, Columbia, and Charleston, it is advisable to check the schedules directly with the respective agencies, Greyhound, Southeastern Stages, and the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority, as departure times may vary. These bus services typically have schedules throughout the day, but exact timings can vary, so it's best to confirm the availability and timings directly with the agencies.
  • There are no direct train trips between Asheville and Charleston. The route involves multiple bus transfers through Greyhound, Southeastern Stages, and the Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority. Passengers would need to take buses from Asheville to Raleigh, then on to Charlotte and Columbia before reaching Charleston. The total travel time for this journey, including transfers, is approximately 20 hours and 37 minutes.

Will you be returning to Asheville by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Charleston to Asheville

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