SC → NJ · about 629 miles
Charleston to Newark train schedule
Amtrak runs 13 direct trains a week from Charleston to Newark. The fastest takes 13 hours 44 minutes; the first train leaves at 9:15 AM and the last at 8:34 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 13
- Fastest trip
- 13h 44m
- First train
- 9:15 AM
- Last train
- 8:34 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charleston Amtrak Station and arrives at Newark. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:15 AM | 11:03 PM | 13h 48m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:34 PM | 10:18 AM +1 day | 13h 44m | Fri, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:34 PM | 10:37 AM +1 day | 14h 03m | Daily except Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charleston Where you get off in Newark The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Newark
Return trip: Newark to Charleston
Questions
How long is the train from Charleston to Newark?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 44 minutes; the typical trip is 13 hours 48 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charleston to Newark?
The earliest departure is at 9:15 AM (Daily) and the last at 8:34 PM (Daily except Sat).
Which rail companies go from Charleston to Newark?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charleston?
Trains to Newark leave from Charleston Amtrak Station.