Train Travel in South Carolina
The Silver Meteor and Palmetto serve coastal Charleston; the Silver Star reaches the Midlands at Columbia.
Passenger rail services with at least one stop in South Carolina.
Regularly served stations in our research index.
U.S. census/transit region for connecting service.
Routes serving South Carolina
The following passenger rail services call at one or more stations in South Carolina. Routes range from short-haul commuter rail systems to transcontinental long-distance trains; the table below sorts by service type.
Stations in South Carolina
The station index covers 4 facilities in South Carolina, from large urban union stations to rural flag stops.
Travel notes
South Carolina is part of the Southeast region. Riders connecting between routes within the state can use any of the major hubs above for cross-platform or short-walk transfers, depending on the station. For onward travel beyond the rail network, intercity bus and connecting Thruway services often complement the train; consult the operator for current connecting itineraries.
Ticket types, on-board facilities and fare structures differ between Amtrak and each commuter operator; consult the operating agency for those details.