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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 | Penn Station | Charleston Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | EWR Airport - AirTrain P4 | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Penn Station | Charleston Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Charleston
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 $102
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Charleston, SC, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Newark to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Newark to Charleston start from $102. The average price for this train route is around $150. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Newark to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Newark to Charleston is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 630 miles (1017 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Newark to Charleston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Newark to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Newark to Charleston at 6:19am. And the latest train departs at 2:53pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $137To 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, SC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $137 to $631 for a train ticket from Newark, NJ to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $137 which is on 2025-12-13.
