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There are usually 3 daily bus trips from New York to Charleston.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£110.90 | Avg. Price£160.96 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration22h 24m | Duration14h 1m |
There are usually 2 daily train trips available from New York to Charleston. Traveling by train from New York to Charleston usually takes 14 hours and 1 minute, but the fastest Amtrak Cardinal train can make the trip in 13 hours and 43 minutes.
| Distance | 438 mi (705 km) |
| Fastest train | 13h 43m |
| Lowest price | £80.05 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Cardinal |
| Train lines | 2 |
Average score for trains from New York to Charleston
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: It was exactly what I expected it to be. Got me there, in time, nice staff… nice views. Cons: The food wagon could be a little cleaner and more welcoming… Tips: Bring your food and drinks! Takes longer than a plane but is way more comfortable and good thing about trains: most of the time they leave right in the middle of the city and drop you off in the middle of the next. Not too much commute… do it.
Over the past month, a train ticket between New York and Charleston cost £115.21, on average. Since this route covers a considerable distance, tickets are typically a bit pricier than most train fares. Booking your trip at least 10 days in advance can help you secure tickets at the best price. For same-day bookings, you’ll likely have to pay around £88.15 more.
2 train services operate from New York to Charleston. However, each train line only offers one daily trip.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 14h 22m | £161.08 |
| Amtrak Cardinal | 1 | 13h 43m | £184.06 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 1 Amtrak trains from New York to Charleston every day, as well as 1 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £88.
The Amtrak Cardinal is a long distance passenger rail service from New York to Chicago, connecting a total of 31 cities. As one of Amtrak's most scenic train routes, the Cardinal is a popular train line connecting the Northeast to the Southeast, and offers top-notch comfort thanks to its seats with extra legroom, free WiFi, power outlets, and snacks available for purchase in the Cardinal Café. There are usually 1 Cardinal trips from New York to Charleston per day, with an average trip length of 13 hours and 43 minutes.
The distance between New York and Charleston is approximately 438 miles, or 705 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 14 hours and 1 minute, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 13 hours and 43 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Trains from New York to Charleston are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs New York at 05:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 06:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
Trains leave the station in New York twice a day, so there are a couple of options depending on your preferred travel time. One of these is a direct train, which will typically get you to Charleston faster. While it might still have stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains during your trip.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Charleston to New York.
New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.
NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.
With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.
NY Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
Charleston has one train station.
350 MacCorkle Ave SE
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