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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 13 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 973, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train New York City to Charleston, WV, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5564 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 R 1 973
New York City to Charleston Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Charleston, WV, US
How much does a cheap train ticket from New York City to Charleston cost?
The average train ticket price from New York City to Charleston is R 3 126. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New York City 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!
How long is the train trip from New York City to Charleston?
A train trip between New York City and Charleston is around 13h 43m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 706 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between New York City and Charleston?
The number of trains from New York City 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 New York City to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from New York City to Charleston?
When taking the train from New York City to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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 York City to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of R 3 717To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New York City to Charleston, WV, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 717 to R 10 827 for a train ticket from New York City to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 717, which is on 2025-11-05.
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 New York City and Charleston is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Charleston.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Charleston, 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.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between New York City and Charleston, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from New York City to Charleston.
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.
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
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.
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