How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Charlotte?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charlotte start from $47. The average price for this train route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

Which train operators service the Richmond to Charlotte route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Charlotte?

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Charlotte at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 3:25pm.

Train Richmond to Charlotte from $44 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Charlotte on March 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	15h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	15h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	15h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charlotte on March 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	15h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charlotte on March 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	15h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charlotte on March 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charlotte on March 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	3:24pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 21m	10:45pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	3:52am	Staples Mill Road	22h 38m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	15h 24m	2:30am	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:55 AM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Charlotte

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charlotte. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

248 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$18 - $110	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$47 - $303	Average Duration15h 24m	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,776 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5776 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $47

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Charlotte?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charlotte start from $47. The average price for this train route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Charlotte route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Charlotte?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Charlotte at 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 3:25pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03/23

$116

03/24

$65

Today

$52

03/26

$81

03/27

$116

03/28

$44

03/29

$116

03/30

$81

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC was searched and found on Mar 28, 2026 with a price of $44

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $44 to $1,152 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charlotte, NC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2026-03-28.