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

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Newark start from £79. The average price for this train route is around £136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Newark?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Newark is 13h 48m, covering a distance of 628 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13h 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Newark 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 Charleston to Newark?

The earliest train from Charleston to Newark departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Newark from £76 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Newark on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 24m	10:58	Penn Station	CheapestFastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	13h 24m	10:58	Penn Station	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	16h 13m	13:47	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	16h 13m	13:47	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	16h 13m	13:47	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 13 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just £79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

13h 48mAverage duration

628 milesDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£67 - £240	Average duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£79 - £489	Average duration13h 48m	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5618 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 £79

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to Newark, NJ 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 Charleston to Newark?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Newark start from £79. The average price for this train route is around £136. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Newark?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Newark is 13h 48m, covering a distance of 628 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 13h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Newark 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 Charleston to Newark?
The earliest train from Charleston to Newark departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £76

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

You can expect to pay from £76 to £658 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £76, which is on 2025-12-04.