The cheapest and fastest trains from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ
Cheapest price
$307
Average price
$307
Fastest journey
11 h 56 m
Average duration
11 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
771 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ will cost around $307 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $307.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charlotte, NC for Trenton, NJ on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 771 km distance in an average of 11 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 56 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 11 h 56 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 Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €115. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €115, and a train costs an average of €148.
Distance: 479 miles (771 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€148 Average price | €145 Average price | €115 Average price Cheapest |
12h 58m Average total duration 12h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 30m Average total duration 18h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ train times
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:31 AM Charlotte, NC | 11h56 | 9:27 PM Trenton, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ
Trains from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $182 (€148) but you can travel from only $141 (€115) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 15:18. The fastest train covers the 479 miles (771 km) distance in 11h 56m.
Distance 479 miles (771 km) |
Average train duration 12h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $182 (€148) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 11h 56m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 15:18 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charlotte, NC and Trenton, NJ from $141 (€115). 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 Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, 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 Trenton, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charlotte, NC to Trenton, NJ
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Alexander Michael's
- The King's Kitchen
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- $0.50
- The Westin Charlotte
- Hilton Charlotte Uptown
- Omni Charlotte Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platform access
- Bus: CATS Bus Routes 11, 21, 22
- Light Rail: LYNX Blue Line nearby
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with multiple entry and exit points.
- Settimo Cielo
- 1911 Smokehouse BBQ
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Trenton Marriott Downtown
- Lafayette Park Hotel and Suites
- Wyndham Garden Trenton
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for NJ Transit and Amtrak services
- Bus: NJ Transit Bus Lines 409, 601, 606, 608, 609, 611, 619
- Light Rail: River Line
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