SC → NJ · about 585 miles
Charleston to Trenton train schedule
Amtrak runs 13 direct trains a week from Charleston to Trenton. The fastest takes 13 hours 7 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 07m
- First train
- 9:15 AM
- Last train
- 8:34 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charleston Amtrak Station and arrives at Trenton. 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 | 10:23 PM | 13h 08m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:34 PM | 9:41 AM +1 day | 13h 07m | Fri, Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 8:34 PM | 9:58 AM +1 day | 13h 24m | Daily except Sat | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charleston Where you get off in Trenton 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 Trenton
- Trenton Amtrak station Map of Trenton Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Trenton to Charleston
Questions
How long is the train from Charleston to Trenton?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 7 minutes; the typical trip is 13 hours 8 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charleston to Trenton?
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 Trenton?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charleston?
Trains to Trenton leave from Charleston Amtrak Station.