NC → NJ · about 480 miles
Charlotte to Trenton train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Charlotte to Trenton. The fastest takes 11 hours 11 minutes; the first train leaves at 5:31 AM and the last at 6:45 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 11h 11m
- First train
- 5:31 AM
- Last train
- 6:45 AM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Charlotte 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:31 AM | 4:42 PM | 11h 11m | Thu–Sun | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 5:31 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 56m | Mon–Fri | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:45 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 47m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 6:45 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 57m | Sat & Sun from Nov 7 | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Charlotte Where you get off in Trenton The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Charlotte
Where the train stops in Trenton
- Trenton Amtrak station Map of Trenton Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Trenton to Charlotte
Questions
How long is the train from Charlotte to Trenton?
The fastest direct train takes 11 hours 11 minutes; the typical trip is 11 hours 56 minutes.
What time is the first train from Charlotte to Trenton?
The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM (Sat & Sun) and the last at 6:45 AM (Sat & Sun).
Which rail companies go from Charlotte to Trenton?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Charlotte?
Trains to Trenton leave from Charlotte Amtrak Station.