How much is the train ticket from Greenville to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Richmond start from $82. The average price for this train route is around $168. 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 Greenville to Richmond?

The average train ride duration from Greenville to Richmond is 14h 24m, covering a distance of 333 miles (538 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Greenville to Richmond route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Greenville to Richmond at 2:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:23am.

Train Greenville to Richmond from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Greenville to Richmond on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	18h 52m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	2:23am	Greenville Station	13h 34m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:06 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Greenville to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

331 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $198	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$82 - $1,002	Average Duration14h 24m	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $82

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Greenville, SC 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 Greenville to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to Richmond start from $82. The average price for this train route is around $168. 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 Greenville to Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Greenville to Richmond is 14h 24m, covering a distance of 333 miles (538 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Greenville to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Greenville to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Greenville to Richmond at 2:23am. And the latest train departs at 2:23am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$183

12/11

$154

Today

$196

12/13

$562

12/14

No data

12/15

$78

12/16

$85

12/17

No data

The cheapest trip from Greenville, SC to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $78

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

You can expect to pay from $78 to $680 for a train ticket from Greenville, SC to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-15.