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Trip Overview

The average train between Charlotte and Newark takes 12h 58m and the fastest train takes 11h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Charlotte to Newark. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 58m
Duration
590 mi
Distance
$380
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Charlotte to Newark train times

Trains run twice daily between Charlotte and Newark. The earliest departure is at 5:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charlotte is at 6:45 AM which arrives into Newark at 8:12 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 12h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 11h 52m • Direct
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    train train 13h 27m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 12h 46m • Direct
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    train train 13h 27m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 12h 46m • Direct
  •  → 

    train train 13h 27m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 12h 46m • Direct
  •  → 

    train train 13h 27m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    train train 12h 46m • Direct
  •  → 

    train train 13h 27m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    train train 12h 46m • Direct
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    train train 13h 27m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    train train 11h 52m • Direct
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    train train 13h 27m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Charlotte to Newark? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Charlotte to Newark.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 589.9 mi
  • Duration: 12h 58m

What companies run services between Charlotte, NC, USA and Newark, NJ, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Charlotte Amtrak Station to Newark Penn Station twice daily. Tickets cost $320–500 and the journey takes 12h 46m.

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