How to get from Annapolis to Charleston
The fastest way to travel from Annapolis to Charleston takes approximately 744 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
744 min
723.7 km
4 transfers
70
201
Coc
Northeast Regional
Cardinal
Departs from:
West ST & Church Cir
Walking:
19 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West ST & Church Cir
2
Take
70
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Light Rail
From West ST & Church Cir
to Baltimore Annapolis Blvd & OAK LN wb
(58 stops, 57 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to B&A Blvd & Maple Ave NW Nb
4
Take
201
Bus
Direction: Cromwell Light Rail Station
From B&A Blvd & Maple Ave NW Nb
to Arundel Mills Mall
(13 stops, 22 min)
5
Take
Coc
Bus
Direction: Arundel Preserve
From Arundel Mills Mall
to BWI Marc/Amtrak
(2 stops, 15 min)
6
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
7
Take
Northeast Regional
Train
Direction: Washington
From Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
to Washington Union Station
(1 stops, 27 min)
8
Take
Cardinal
Train
Direction: Chicago
From Washington Union Station
to Charleston
(12 stops, 570 min)
9
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Charleston
Public transport stations close to Annapolis
Annapolis is located in Charleston and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Annapolis:
- Church Circle Annapolis
- Church Circle & School St.
- Church CIR & School St
- Church Circle at Court House
Public transport stations close to Charleston
Charleston is located in Charleston and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Charleston:
- Charleston
Bus stations close to Charleston:
- Lee & Dickinson St
- Lee St & Capitol St
- Wash & Dickinson St
- Quarrier St & Dickinson St
Alternative Route
799 min
738.4 km
3 transfers
70
Citylink Silver
Acela
Cardinal
Departs from:
West ST & Church Cir
Walking:
19 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West ST & Church Cir
2
Take
70
Bus
Direction: Patapsco Light Rail
From West ST & Church Cir
to Hanover ST & Patapsco AVE nb
(84 stops, 77 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Patapsco AVE & Hanover ST wb
4
Take
Citylink Silver
Bus
Direction: Morgan State Univ
From Patapsco AVE & Hanover ST wb
to Charles ST & Penn Station nb
(26 stops, 31 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Baltimore Penn Station
6
Take
Acela
Train
Direction: Washington
From Baltimore Penn Station
to Washington Union Station
7
Take
Cardinal
Train
Direction: Chicago
From Washington Union Station
to Charleston
(12 stops, 570 min)
8
Walk 12 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Charleston
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Annapolis to Charleston.
How do I travel from Annapolis to Charleston in Charleston?
The quickest journey from Annapolis to Charleston takes approximately 744 minutes via the 70 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Charleston from Annapolis?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 799 minutes using the 70 bus line.
Can I get directly from Annapolis to Charleston without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 744 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Annapolis and Charleston?
The 70 line provides bus service between West ST & Church Cir and Charleston in Charleston.
What is the journey time from Annapolis to Charleston by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Annapolis to Charleston in Charleston takes approximately 744 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Annapolis to Charleston?
Board the 70 bus at West ST & Church Cir station, located near Annapolis in Charleston.
Which station is closest to Charleston?
The nearest stop to Charleston is Charleston station. Exit here to reach your destination in Charleston.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.