NJ → SC · about 585 miles
Trenton to Charleston train schedule
Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Trenton to Charleston. The fastest takes 13 hours 14 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:56 AM and the last at 3:34 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 13h 14m
- First train
- 6:56 AM
- Last train
- 3:34 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from Trenton 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:56 AM | 10:21 PM | 15h 25m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 3:34 PM | 4:48 AM +1 day | 13h 14m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Trenton Where you get off in Charleston The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in Trenton
- Trenton Amtrak station Map of Trenton Amtrak station (Google Maps)
Where the train stops in Charleston
- Charleston Amtrak Station Map of Charleston Amtrak Station (Google Maps)
Return trip: Charleston to Trenton
Questions
How long is the train from Trenton to Charleston?
The fastest direct train takes 13 hours 14 minutes; the typical trip is 15 hours 25 minutes.
What time is the first train from Trenton to Charleston?
The earliest departure is at 6:56 AM (Daily) and the last at 3:34 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from Trenton to Charleston?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in Trenton?
Trains to Charleston leave from Trenton Amtrak station.