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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 6 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 9 atDestination city: New OrleansDestination location: Union Passenger TerminalOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: May 6 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: New OrleansDestination location: Union Passenger TerminalOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 6 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: New OrleansDestination location: Union Passenger TerminalOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 6 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 9 atDestination city: New OrleansDestination location: Union Passenger TerminalOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 6 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 9 atDestination city: New OrleansDestination location: Union Passenger TerminalOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to New OrleansAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Charleston to New Orleans: Trip Overview
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Based on 5098 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $231.00
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The cheapest trip from Charleston to New Orleans was searched and found on May 6, 2025 with a price of $308To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston to New Orleans, as early as possible.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Charleston to New Orleans is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to New Orleans, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Charleston and New Orleans, 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 Charleston to New Orleans, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
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 dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
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