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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Charleston is to bus which costs $45 - $120 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Charleston is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $95 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Charleston. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Charleston Transit Mall via Morgantown, WV. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Charleston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Charleston Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

How far is it from Washington to Charleston?

The distance between Washington and Charleston is 254 miles. The road distance is 338.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs $45 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Washington to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Charleston bus from?

Washington to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Charleston train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Washington to Charleston?

The best way to get from Washington to Charleston is to fly which takes 1h 19m and costs $95 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $120 and takes 9h, you could also train, which costs $120 - $260 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Washington to Charleston bus arrive?

Washington to Charleston bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Morgantown Mountaineer Station WVU.

Where does the Washington to Charleston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Charleston is 338 miles. It takes approximately 5h 57m to drive from Washington to Charleston.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Washington to Charleston?

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Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 41+ hotels available in Charleston.

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington to Charleston by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Yeager Airport (CRW)plane DCA - CRW
1h 19m
$100–585
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Morgantown Mountaineer Station WVUbus Greyhound US0430
2. Take the bus from Morgantown, WV to Charleston Transit Mallbus Morgantown-Charleston
9h
$47–114
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Charleston Stationtrain Cardinal
9h 30m
$120–260
Drive 336.1 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Charlestoncar 336.1 mi
5h 57m
$62–89

Washington to Charleston by train (Amtrak)

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9h 30mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.3 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Charleston, WV, USA?

American Airlines flies from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Yeager Airport (CRW) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Charleston Transit Mall via Morgantown, WV in around 9h.

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