How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Fredericksburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Fredericksburg start from R 1 719. The average price for this train route is around R 3 624. 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 Fredericksburg?

The average train journey time from Charleston to Fredericksburg is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 646 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charleston to Fredericksburg route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Charleston to Fredericksburg departs at 20:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

Train Charleston to Fredericksburg from R 1 641 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Charleston to Fredericksburg on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	8h 12m	05:46	Fredericksburg, VA	CheapestFastest
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	8h 12m	05:46	Fredericksburg, VA	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	11h 47m	09:21	Fredericksburg, VA	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	11h 47m	09:21	Fredericksburg, VA	No tags
Train	21:34	Charleston Station	11h 47m	09:21	Fredericksburg, VA	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:33 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to Fredericksburg

We recommend taking the bus

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

1bus per day

20h 20mAverage duration

645 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 509 - R 2 413	Average duration20h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 719 - R 4 889	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 59kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 708 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5708 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 719

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 Fredericksburg, VA 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 Fredericksburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Fredericksburg start from R 1 719. The average price for this train route is around R 3 624. 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 Fredericksburg?
The average train journey time from Charleston to Fredericksburg is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 646 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charleston to Fredericksburg route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charleston to Fredericksburg?
The earliest train from Charleston to Fredericksburg departs at 20:34. And the latest train departs at 21:34.

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The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Fredericksburg, VA was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 009

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 Fredericksburg, VA as early as possible.