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Trip Overview

The average train between Philadelphia and North Charleston takes 13h 41m and the fastest train takes 12h 33m. The train service runs several times per day from Philadelphia to North Charleston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 41m
Duration
635 mi
Distance
$410
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Philadelphia to North Charleston train times

Trains run twice daily between Philadelphia and North Charleston. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Philadelphia is at 4:15 PM which arrives into North Charleston at 4:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 13h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 12h 33m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 14h 49m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 33m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 14h 49m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 33m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 14h 49m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 33m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 14h 49m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 33m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 14h 49m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 33m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 14h 49m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 12h 33m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Philadelphia to North Charleston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Philadelphia to North Charleston.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 634.8 mi
  • Duration: 13h 41m

What companies run services between Philadelphia, PA, USA and North Charleston, SC, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from 30th Street Station to Charleston Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $350–550 and the journey takes 12h 33m.

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