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Next departures for Richmond to Florence on July 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	8h 10m	5:52pm	Florence Station
Train	9:42am	Main Street Station	8h 10m	5:52pm	Florence Station
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	10h 58m	5:52pm	Florence Station
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 33m	5:52pm	Florence Station
Train	5:00pm	Main Street Station	10h 10m	3:10am	Florence Station

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Florence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 6 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 400, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

6h 4mAverage Duration

266 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 400 - MAD 2,185	Average Duration6h 4m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 539 - MAD 1,989	Average Duration5h 42m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,847 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

Based on 5847 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 MAD 539

US train companies:Amtrak, Amtrak Acela, Brightline

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Richmond, VA, US to Florence, 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 Florence?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Florence start from MAD 539. The average price for this train route is around MAD 856. 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 Florence?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Florence is 5h 42m, covering a distance of 267 miles (430 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 21m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Florence route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Florence?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Florence at 3:01pm. 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

07/25

MAD 1,018

07/26

MAD 816

Today

MAD 816

07/28

MAD 663

07/29

No data

07/30

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07/31

MAD 509

08/01

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Florence, SC, US was searched and found on Jul 31, 2026 with a price of MAD 509

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 Florence, SC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MAD 509 to MAD 6,200 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Florence, SC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 509 which is on 2026-07-31.