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CARTA has plans to rebuild the train station and it will be quiet nice once the project is done but for now they need to find funding.
Yeah, I understand it will be a combination train station, Carta and bus (Greyhound etc.) station located off of Montaque Ave. and I-26. And very close to the airport.
Way over due.
You can park in the outer area at the airport as it is a little less and it is secure and monitored. Do not park in the covered garages unless you want that costs more. I think $15.00 a day. I hope you find a place close to the Amtrak station in North Charleston. You cannot leave your car at the Amtrak station as you know, because it will likely be broken into. Good luck.
OP, hope your trip was a success and you enjoyed your time in the low-country!
as for the previous comments...jeez people!!, some of you have GOT to get out and see the world a little more. You embarass all of us when you play the role of the typical scared Charlestonians chiming in to tell everyone how absolutely horrible and scary the world North of the peninsula is and how you should watch every move and or run for your life to the most expensive cab you can get back to the burbs. Its hilarious actually
The Chas Amtrack station, albeit very much 'non inspring' to say the least, is certainly NOT dangerous...just very very ugly.
There are always Amtrak personnel there working, if you park there the lot gets locked down after midnight and there is always a cab or 3 out front waiting on arrivals during operational hours.
As for cabs, Yellow Cab is HORRIBLE, not trying to start a discussion on this point, just google the reviews if you dont believe me. You may get lucky with them but 9 out of 10 they are extremely late and way way overpriced by comparison and if you dare to call to check on the status of your late cab you get treated like they are doing you a favor.
North Area taxi is quicker, cheaper, and the drivers are, at least in my experiences, much friendlier.
and to the poster that recommended a black cab, from the train station?!? that's rich my friend.
Having taken the train only twice from Charleston, I did not see any standing taxis. Amtrak isn't a widely used transportation option in Charleston. The station is old and could easily be a film set for a early eighties movie.
Great Gatsby, man! Don't leave the women and children behind! My suggestion:
1. Call cab company on cell as you approach, using secret code,
2. Walk, nay, RUN off train to cab
3. Get in, slam and lock door and breathlessly yell "DRIVE!"
If you drop something or someone, leave them behind. Oh the horror! It's too late for them.
I actually think the area is still fairly dicey but this post has me laughing out loud. Literally at my desk just after lunch, trying not to draw attention, laughing out loud. We need a meme of Grandpa tripping and shouting "its too late for me, save yourselves!"
Phew!!
And I'll add that I think the station would be relatively attractive with a good scrubbing. A Uber or Lyft to and from a Park and Ride is probably the best parking option.
I actually think the area is still fairly dicey but this post has me laughing out loud. Literally at my desk just after lunch, trying not to draw attention, laughing out loud. We need a meme of Grandpa tripping and shouting "its too late for me, save yourselves!"
Phew!!
And I'll add that I think the station would be relatively attractive with a good scrubbing. A Uber or Lyft to and from a Park and Ride is probably the best parking option.
The station is scheduled for a total rebuild this year although the rebuild has been planned for several years. It will become more of a transportation hub versus just a train station.
I actually think the area is still fairly dicey but this post has me laughing out loud. Literally at my desk just after lunch, trying not to draw attention, laughing out loud. We need a meme of Grandpa tripping and shouting "its too late for me, save yourselves!"
Phew!!
And I'll add that I think the station would be relatively attractive with a good scrubbing. A Uber or Lyft to and from a Park and Ride is probably the best parking option.
I wonder what would be waiting for you at this station to warrant this type of precaution....This isn't Lee County.. so there is no Lizard Man....
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