How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charleston start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $111. 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 Richmond to Charleston?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Charleston is 7h 11m, covering a distance of 356 miles (575 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Charleston 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 Richmond to Charleston?

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Charleston at 6:54am. And the latest train departs at 9:49pm.

Train Richmond to Charleston from $57 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	9h 48m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	9h 48m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Main Street Station	11h 48m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Main Street Station	11h 48m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Main Street Station	11h 48m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Main Street Station	11h 48m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	12h 36m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Main Street Station	11h 48m	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	6h 59m	4:48am	Charleston Station	Fastest
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	9h 48m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	9h 48m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	7h 11m	7:30pm	Charleston Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:43 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Charleston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 7 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

7h 11mAverage Duration

356 milesDistance

52kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$53 - $144	Average Duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $253	Average Duration7h 11m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5641 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

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, 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 Richmond to Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charleston start from $61. The average price for this train route is around $111. 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 Richmond to Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Charleston is 7h 11m, covering a distance of 356 miles (575 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Charleston 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 Richmond to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Charleston at 6:54am. And the latest train departs at 9:49pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/11

$106

12/12

$106

Today

$106

12/14

$106

12/15

$106

12/16

$57

12/17

$70

12/18

$57

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $57

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

You can expect to pay from $57 to $577 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2025-12-16.