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

The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Charleston start from £166. The average price for this train route is around £419. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Newark to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Newark to Charleston is 13h 21m, covering a distance of 430 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13h 21m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Newark to Charleston route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Charleston?

The earliest train from Newark to Charleston departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 07:02.

Train Newark to Charleston from £159 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Newark to Charleston on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:02	Penn Station	13h 21m	20:23	Charleston, WV	CheapestFastest
	Train	06:19	Penn Station	14h 4m	20:23	Charleston, WV	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 15:13 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 13 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just £166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

13h 21mAverage duration

430 milesDistance

63kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£118 - £172	Average duration21h 20m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£166 - £668	Average duration13h 21m	CO₂ emissions 63kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5651 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £166

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to Charleston, WV, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Newark to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Charleston start from £166. The average price for this train route is around £419. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Newark to Charleston is 13h 21m, covering a distance of 430 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Newark to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Newark to Charleston?
The earliest train from Newark to Charleston departs at 06:19. And the latest train departs at 07:02.

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The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £404

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

You can expect to pay from £404 to £443 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £404, which is on 2025-12-17.