How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Florence?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Florence start from $70. The average price for this train route is around $128. 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 33m, covering a distance of 268 miles (432 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 3 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 6:54am. And the latest train departs at 9:49pm.

Train Richmond to Florence from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Florence on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 33m	5:52pm	Florence Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 21m	3:10am	Florence Station	Fastest
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 33m	5:52pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 21m	3:10am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	5:00pm	Main Street Station	10h 10m	3:10am	Florence Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Florence on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 33m	5:52pm	Florence Station	Cheapest
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 21m	3:10am	Florence Station	Fastest
Train	12:19pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 33m	5:52pm	Florence Station	No tags
Train	9:49pm	Staples Mill Road	5h 21m	3:10am	Florence Station	No tags
Train	6:54am	Main Street Station	10h 58m	5:52pm	Florence Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:31 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Florence

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Florence. The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6hAverage Duration

266 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $122	Average Duration6h	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $224	Average Duration5h 33m	CO₂ emissions 39kg 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 $70

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 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 $70. The average price for this train route is around $128. 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 33m, covering a distance of 268 miles (432 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 3 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 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

12/10

$80

12/11

$80

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$80

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12/16

$66

12/17

$80

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Florence, SC, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $66

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 $66 to $490 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 $66 which is on 2025-12-16.