How much does a train ticket from Charleston to Lynchburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Charleston to Lynchburg is $328. The best way to find train tickets from Charleston to Lynchburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Charleston to Lynchburg?

A train trip between Charleston and Lynchburg is around 1d , although the fastest train will take about 23h 16m. This is the time it takes to travel the 323 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Charleston and Lynchburg?

The number of trains from Charleston to Lynchburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Charleston to Lynchburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Charleston to Lynchburg?

When taking the train from Charleston to Lynchburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Charleston to Lynchburg from $203 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Charleston to Lynchburg on November 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	CheapestFastest
		9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:37 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Lynchburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lynchburg. The journey takes about 21 hours and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

21hAverage Duration

317 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$129 - $233	Average Duration21h	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$170 - $919	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,570 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5570 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 $170

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charleston, SC, US - Lynchburg, VA

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/06

$315

11/07

$332

Today

$349

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11/13

$203

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Lynchburg, VA was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $203

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 Lynchburg, VA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $203 to $943 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Lynchburg, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $203 which is on 2025-11-13.

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