How to Book Train Travel From Orlando to Charleston

High school seniors seem to think that they have done and seen everything. Book a trip from Orlando to Charleston by train for something different the next time you're itching to take a trip. Take your teenager to visit the College of Charleston, and treat your soon-to-be graduate to an experience that he or she will never forget.

Things You'll Need

  • Photo identification.
  • Credit card.
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Instructions

  1. Prepare for Train Travel

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      Book discounted tickets at least 3 days in advance. The cheaper a ticket is, the sooner you'll want to make the reservation and lock in the price.

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      Make sure that the Charleston station is open before making plans to visit by train. Station hours are rather limited.

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      Try to travel in groups if you arrive in the late afternoon or evening as Charleston's train station is remote. There's safety in numbers.

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      Bring along some form of entertainment. The train ride from Orlando to Charleston is close to 8 hours. A deck of cards, a good book or a book of puzzles can you keep you occupied.

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      Put your spontaneous nature on hold. Reservations are required for the trip leaving Orlando and arriving in Charleston. Organization is essential for this trip.

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      Take a nap. Dayrooms are offered on the train. Use a dayroom to regroup.

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      Write down all important information. Unlike the train station in Orlando, Charleston has no automated machine telling you what time a train is leaving. You will not be able to double check your travel itinerary at the station, so you will need to bring your information yourself.

Tips & Warnings

  • Take an extended trip. Charleston is home to the Cardinal train, which travels to New York and Boston. When you are done checking out the city, book a train up north for a longer vacation and spend some time exploring the Eastern Seaboard.

  • Sleeping arrangements can be tricky. Charleston doesn't have many hotels; boutique motels and bed and breakfasts are far more common. Plan on researching and booking your accommodation ahead of time.

  • The College of Charleston has weekday tours as well as an open house that prospective students can visit.

  • Call Amtrak at 1-800-USA-RAIL or visit the link below.

  • Smoking is prohibited on all trains. Outside decks are not acceptable smoking areas either.

  • Meals are often times microwaved for such a short trip. Bringing your own food is also an option.

  • Charleston is a big college town. Go home early to avoid intoxicated co-eds and drunk drivers during the late hours of the night.

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