How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Richmond start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $123. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charleston to Richmond?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Richmond is 7h 16m, covering a distance of 353 miles (569 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 8m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Richmond route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Charleston to Richmond at 9:15am. And the latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Train Charleston to Richmond from $57 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Richmond on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	12h 26m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	12h 26m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Richmond on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 34m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Richmond on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	9h 34m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Richmond on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	10h 32m	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Richmond on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	7h 16m	4:31pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	7h 8m	4:42am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:15am	Charleston Station	10h 32m	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:25 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 7 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

7h 16mAverage Duration

353 milesDistance

52kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $184	Average Duration12h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $253	Average Duration7h 16m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5621 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 $61

Amtrak Charleston Richmond recent customer reviews

the service was great just the chair is a little uncomfy

Tri Anh N.

June 30, 2024

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Richmond, VA, US 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 Charleston to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Richmond start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $123. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charleston to Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Richmond is 7h 16m, covering a distance of 353 miles (569 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Richmond at 9:15am. And the latest train departs at 9:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/01

$232

12/02

$154

Today

$106

12/04

$106

12/05

$106

12/06

$106

12/07

$106

12/08

$70

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $70

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 Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $70 to $811 for a train ticket from Charleston, SC, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $70 which is on 2025-12-08.