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Charlotte to Scotch Plains trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Charlotte and Scotch Plains takes 14h 2m and the fastest train takes 12h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Charlotte to Scotch Plains. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

14h 2m
Duration
604 mi
Distance
$391
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Charlotte to Scotch Plains train times

Trains run twice daily between Charlotte and Scotch Plains. 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 Scotch Plains at 9:44 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 14h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit13h 34m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit14h 59m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit13h 34m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit14h 59m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit13h 34m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit14h 59m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit13h 34m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit14h 59m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit12h 36m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit14h 22m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakNJ Transit12h 36m • 1 change
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    AmtrakNJ Transit14h 22m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Charlotte to Scotch Plains? 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.

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  • Distance: 603.7 mi
  • Duration: 14h 2m

What companies run services between Charlotte, NC, USA and Scotch Plains, 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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