How much is the train ticket from Charleston to Lynchburg?

The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Lynchburg start from $199. The average price for this train route is around $286. 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 Lynchburg?

The average train ride duration from Charleston to Lynchburg is 1d , covering a distance of 316 miles (510 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Charleston to Lynchburg route?

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

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

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

Train Charleston to Lynchburg from $327 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Charleston to Lynchburg on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Lynchburg on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Charleston to Lynchburg on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:34pm	Charleston Station	1d	10:00pm	Kemper Street Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:18 AM 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 23 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

23h 40mAverage Duration

317 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$97 - $161	Average Duration23h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$199 - $1,844	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $199

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charleston, SC, US to Lynchburg, VA 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 Lynchburg?
The cheapest train tickets from Charleston to Lynchburg start from $199. The average price for this train route is around $286. 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 Lynchburg?
The average train ride duration from Charleston to Lynchburg is 1d , covering a distance of 316 miles (510 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Charleston to Lynchburg route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Charleston to Lynchburg?
The earliest train departs from Charleston to Lynchburg at 9:34pm. 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

12/13

$384

12/14

No data

Today

$327

12/16

$336

12/17

$1,092

12/18

No data

12/19

No data

12/20

$1,354

The cheapest trip from Charleston, SC, US to Lynchburg, VA was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $327

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 $327 to $1,555 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 $336 which is on 2025-12-16.