How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Greenville?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Greenville start from $127. The average price for this train route is around $218. 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 Greenville?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Greenville is 19h 42m, covering a distance of 333 miles (538 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Greenville 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 Greenville?

The earliest train departs from Richmond to Greenville at 4:52am. And the latest train departs at 11:06am.

Train Richmond to Greenville from $121 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Richmond to Greenville on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:21 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Greenville

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Greenville. The journey takes about 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

8h 50mAverage Duration

330 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$63 - $198	Average Duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$127 - $695	Average Duration19h 42m	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5651 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 $127

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 Greenville, SC 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 Greenville?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Greenville start from $127. The average price for this train route is around $218. 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 Greenville?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Greenville is 19h 42m, covering a distance of 333 miles (538 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Greenville 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 Greenville?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Greenville at 4:52am. And the latest train departs at 11:06am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/14

$142

12/15

$228

Today

$217

12/17

$121

12/18

$121

12/19

No data

12/20

$234

12/21

$142

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Greenville, SC was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $121

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 Greenville, SC, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $121 to $887 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Greenville, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-17.