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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Passenger Terminal | Charleston, WV | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Union Passenger Terminal | Charleston, WV | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 23 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 878, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5750 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 4 850
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Charleston, WV, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Charleston start from R 4 850. The average price for this train route is around R 5 615. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Charleston?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Charleston is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1214 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Charleston?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Charleston departs at 09:10. And the latest train departs at 13:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 582To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New Orleans to Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 582 to R 12 751 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 582, which is on 2026-01-30.
