The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
$163
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
13 h 32 m
Average duration
13 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $163.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charleston, WV for Newark, NJ on Wed, Dec 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 692 km distance in an average of 13 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 32 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 13 h 32 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 train, bus, and flight for Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €78, and a train costs an average of €128.
Distance: 429 miles (692 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€213 Average price | €195 Average price | €190 Average price Cheapest |
14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 25m Average total duration 17h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ by train, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Charleston to Newark trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Charleston to Newark. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Charleston to Newark.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ
Trains from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $160 (€128) but you can travel from only $97 (€78) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:19, the last at 08:31. The fastest train covers the 429 miles (692 km) distance in 13h 32m.
Distance 429 miles (692 km) |
Average train duration 13h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $160 (€128) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 13h 32m |
First train 06:19 |
Last train 08:31 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, WV and Newark, NJ from $97 (€78). 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, WV to Newark, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ 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 Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, WV to Newark, NJ
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Market Street and Raymond Boulevard.
- Forno's of Spain
- Iberia Tavern & Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station
- Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown
- Courtyard by Marriott Newark Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Newark Light Rail connections
- Hall 3: PATH connections
- NJ Transit: Lines Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line, Raritan Valley Line
- Newark Light Rail
- PATH: Newark-WTC line
- Bus: Several NJ Transit bus lines available
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