Trains tickets from Newark (NJ), US to Charleston (SC), US

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TodayMay 6
TomorrowMay 7
from US$170
ThuMay 8
from US$144
FriMay 9
from US$254
SatMay 10
from US$170
SunMay 11
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TueMay 13

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Penn Station
    Arrival time: May 7 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: EWR Airport - AirTrain P4
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Penn Station
    Arrival time: May 7 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: May 7 at
    Departure city: Newark
    Departure location: Penn Station
    Arrival time: May 8 at
    Destination city: Charleston
    Destination location: Charleston Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Charleston

Bus
Average PriceUS$80 - US$110Average Duration16h 35m
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$99 - US$470Average Duration13h 55m
92kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Newark to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
13h 55mAverage Duration
US$99Cheapest ticket
92kgCO₂ emissions

Train Newark to Charleston: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change

Average Ticket PriceUS$177
Average train trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure6:19am
Distance1016 km
Latest train departure2:53pm

Newark to Charleston Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from Newark to Charleston from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Charleston from Newark, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Newark - Charleston

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Newark to Charleston cost?

    The average train ticket price from Newark to Charleston is US$177. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Newark to Charleston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Newark to Charleston?

    A train trip between Newark and Charleston is around 13h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1024 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Newark and Charleston?

    The number of trains from Newark to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Newark to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-04
US$199
05-05
US$199
Today
No data
05-07
US$163
05-08
US$137
05-09
US$244
05-10
US$163
05-11
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Newark to Charleston was searched and found on May 8, 2025 with a price of US$137

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Newark to Charleston, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$137 to US$1,343 for a train ticket from Newark to Charleston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$137 which is on 2025-05-08.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Newark and Charleston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charleston.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Charleston you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Newark and Charleston, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Newark to Charleston, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Will you be returning to Newark by train?

Train from Charleston to Newark

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