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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 | Trenton Transit Center | Charleston Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Trenton Transit Center | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Trenton Transit Center | Charleston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Trenton Transit Center | Charleston Station | No tags |
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Get from Trenton to Charleston
The journey takes about 13 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 $112
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Trenton, NJ, US 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 Trenton to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Trenton to Charleston start from $112. The average price for this train route is around $165. 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 Trenton to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Trenton to Charleston is 13h 14m, covering a distance of 584 miles (941 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 34m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Trenton to Charleston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Trenton to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Trenton to Charleston at 6:56am. And the latest train departs at 3:34pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Trenton, NJ, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $107To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Trenton, NJ, US to Charleston, SC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $107 to $1,262 for a train ticket from Trenton, NJ, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-12-16.
