What is the cheapest way to get from Charleston to Lawrence?

The cheapest way to get from Charleston to Lawrence is to drive which costs $200 - $300 and takes 19h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charleston to Lawrence?

The fastest way to get from Charleston to Lawrence is to fly and drive which takes 8h 38m and costs $130 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Charleston and Lawrence?

No, there is no direct train from Charleston station to Lawrence station. However, there are services departing from Charleston Amtrak Station and arriving at Lawrence Amtrak Station via Petersburg Amtrak Station and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 10m.

How far is it from Charleston to Lawrence?

The distance between Charleston and Lawrence is 1130 miles. The road distance is 1133.3 miles.

How do I travel from Charleston to Lawrence without a car?

The best way to get from Charleston to Lawrence without a car is to train which takes 39h 10m and costs $950 - $1,600.

How long does it take to get from Charleston to Lawrence?

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Charleston to Lawrence, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleston to Lawrence train from?

Charleston to Lawrence train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charleston Amtrak Station.

What is the time difference between Charleston and Lawrence?

Lawrence is 1h behind Charleston. It is currently 2:29 PM in Charleston and 1:29 PM in Lawrence.

Where does the Charleston to Lawrence train arrive?

Charleston to Lawrence train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Petersburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Charleston to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleston to Lawrence is 1133 miles. It takes approximately 19h 32m to drive from Charleston to Lawrence.

How do I get a train ticket from Charleston to Lawrence?

Book your Charleston to Lawrence train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 45+ hotels available in Lawrence.

Charleston to Lawrence - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Charleston to Lawrence by plane, car, train (Amtrak), train, or bus

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Fly Charleston International Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
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1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane CHS - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Lawrencecar
8h 38m
$135–580
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
39h 10m
$981–1,556
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Newark Penn Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus
46h 31m
$619–1,009
Drive 1,126.7 mi
1. Drive from Charleston to Lawrencecar 1,126.7 mi
19h 32m
$206–297
Fly Charleston International Airport to Kansas City, train
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Kansas City (MCI)plane CHS - MCI
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
9h 55m
$170–782
Drive to Hilton Head Airport, fly to Kansas City, train
1. Drive from Charleston to Hilton Head Airport (HHH)car
2. Fly from Hilton Head Airport (HHH) to Kansas City (MCI)plane HHH - MCI
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Lawrence Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 39m
$170–762

Charleston to Lawrence by bus and train

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46h 31mAverage Duration

$619Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,123.7 mi
Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Charleston, SC, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Charleston to Lawrence Amtrak Station via Charleston Amtrak Station, Petersburg Amtrak Station, and Chicago Union Station in around 39h 10m.

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