How much is the train ticket from Charleston to New Orleans?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to New Orleans start from R 3 771. The average price for this train route is around R 8 378. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to New Orleans?

The average train journey time from Charleston to New Orleans is 2d , covering a distance of 1011 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to New Orleans route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Charleston to New Orleans departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to New Orleans from R 4 634 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Charleston to New Orleans on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:34	Charleston Station	2d 20h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New Orleans on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:15	Charleston Station	1d 9h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New Orleans on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:15	Charleston Station	1d 9h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New Orleans on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:15	Charleston Station	1d 9h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	1d 21h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Charleston to New Orleans on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:15	Charleston Station	1d 9h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
20:34	Charleston Station	2d 1h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d 1h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d 20h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
20:34	Charleston Station	2d 20h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 5:06 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 22 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 509, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

22h 20mAverage duration

1011 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 509 - R 4 156	Average duration22h 20m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 771 - R 29 187	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 771

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charleston, SC, US to New Orleans by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Charleston to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to New Orleans start from R 3 771. The average price for this train route is around R 8 378. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Charleston to New Orleans is 2d , covering a distance of 1011 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Charleston to New Orleans departs at 09:15. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 634

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston, SC, US to New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 634 to R 27 949 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 634, which is on 2026-02-01.