The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$313
Average price
$313
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 57 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1012 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA will cost around $313 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $313.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charleston, SC for New Orleans, LA on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 1012 km distance in an average of 1 d 12 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 12 h 57 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 1 d 12 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €94. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €94, and a train costs an average of €175.
Distance: 628 miles (1012 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€249 Average price | €142 Average price | €136 Average price Cheapest |
28h 56m Average total duration 28h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 48m Average total duration 25h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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90 Palmetto · 79 Carolinian · 19 Crescent | 2:15 PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 36h57 | 3:12 AM Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 28h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $215 (€175) but you can travel from only $56 (€45) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:10, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 628 miles (1012 km) distance in 36h 47m.
Distance 628 miles (1012 km) |
Average train duration 28h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $215 (€175) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 36h 47m |
First train 09:10 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and New Orleans, LA from $56 (€45). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to New Orleans, LA
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
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