The cheapest and fastest trains from New York, NY to Charleston, SC
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$399
Fastest journey
14 h 16 m
Average duration
14 h 54 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1028 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from New York, NY to Charleston, SC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New York, NY to Charleston, SC will cost around $399 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
Of the 4 trains that leave New York, NY for Charleston, SC on Sun, May 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 1028 km distance in an average of 14 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 16 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 16 h 19 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.
89 Palmetto6:02 AM16h19Penn Station, New York, NY10:21 PMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$1931One-way0 transfers
153 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto8:05 AM14h16Penn Station, New York, NY10:21 PMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$3431One-way1 transfer
97 Silver Meteor2:30 PM14h18Penn Station, New York, NY4:48 AMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$4321One-way0 transfers
161 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor2:05 PM14h43Penn Station, New York, NY4:48 AMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$6301One-way1 transfer
153 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto8:05 AM14h16Penn Station, New York, NY10:21 PMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$3431One-way1 transfer
97 Silver Meteor2:30 PM14h18Penn Station, New York, NY4:48 AMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$4321One-way0 transfers
161 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor2:05 PM14h43Penn Station, New York, NY4:48 AMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$6301One-way1 transfer
89 Palmetto6:02 AM16h19Penn Station, New York, NY10:21 PMCharleston Station, North Charleston, SC$1931One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for New York, NY to Charleston, SC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New York, NY to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $150.
Distance: 638 miles (1028 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$238 Average price | $202 Average price Cheapest | $219 Average price | $175 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 35m Average total duration 14h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 54m Average total duration 18h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from New York, NY to Charleston, SC:
A flight is $17 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New York, NY to Charleston, SC costing on average $219 (€177).
A flight is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New York, NY to Charleston, SC costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Charleston, SC take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 5m.
Bus takes on average 18h 24m.
Tickets start at around $238 (€192) compared to roughly $175 (€141) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-63.03 (€-50.91). The journey takes 14h 5m versus 12h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
New York, NY to Charleston, SC train times
The table below shows live departures for New York, NY to Charleston, SC trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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89 Palmetto | 6:02 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 16h19 | 10:21 PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
153 Northeast Regional · 89 Palmetto | 8:05 AM Penn Station, New York, NY | 14h16 | 10:21 PM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 1 transfer | |
161 Northeast Regional · 97 Silver Meteor | 2:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 14h43 | 4:48 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 1 transfer | |
97 Silver Meteor | 2:30 PM Penn Station, New York, NY | 14h18 | 4:48 AM Charleston Station, North Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from New York, NY to Charleston, SC
Trains from New York, NY to Charleston, SC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 14h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $150 (€122) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 638 miles (1028 km) distance in 14h 16m.
Distance 638 miles (1028 km) |
Average train duration 14h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $150 (€122) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 14h 16m |
First train 5:59 AM |
Last train 9:34 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from New York, NY to Charleston, SC trainsAmtrak trains will get you between New York, NY and Charleston, SC from $35 (€28). 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 New York, NY to Charleston, SC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New York, NY to Charleston, SC 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 Charleston, SC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from New York, NY to Charleston, SC
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in Moynihan Train Hall.
- Baggage assistance is provided by Red Caps, open 24/7 at Penn and open from 05:00 to 23:00 at Moynihan Train Hall.
- Blue Bottle Coffee
- Magnolia Bakery
- Starbucks
- The Pennsy Food Hall
- Nick + Stef's Steakhouse
- Penn & Sushi
- Krispy Kreme Donuts
- T.G.I. Friday's
- NY Pizza Suprema
- Blarney Stone
- & many more
- Accessible facilities including restroom, parking, elevators, and ramps. Additional assistance available at ticket counters or by asking uniformed employees.
- The New Yorker at Wyndham Hotel
- Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan/Chelsea
- Hilton Garden Inn West 35th Street
- Mon - Sun: 05:00-22:00
- Located on the connecting concourse near Tracks 18-19.
- Subway lines: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- Bus lines: M7, M20
- Train lines: Acela, Adirondack, Cardinal, Carolinian, Crescent, Empire Service, Ethan Allen Express, Keystone Service, Lake Shore Limited, Maple Leaf, Northeast Regional, Pennsylvanian, Silver Service/Palmetto, Vermonter, PATH, New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, AirTrain Newark, AirTrain JFK
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