NJ → SC · about 629 miles
Newark to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Newark to Charleston. The fastest takes 13 hours 55 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:19 AM and the last at 2:53 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 13h 55m
- First train
- 6:19 AM
- Last train
- 2:53 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Newark and arrives at Charleston Amtrak Station. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:19 AM | 10:21 PM | 16h 02m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 2:53 PM | 4:48 AM +1 day | 13h 55m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Newark Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Newark
Where the train stops in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Charleston to Newark
Questions
How long is the train from Newark to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 55 minutes; the typical trip is 16 hours 2 minutes.
What time is the first train from Newark to Charleston?
The earliest departure is at 6:19 AM (Daily) and the last at 2:53 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Newark to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Newark?
Trains to Charleston leave from Newark (Amtrak).