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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 7 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 7 atDestination city: RichmondDestination location: Staples Mill RoadOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: TrainDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: May 7 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: RichmondDestination location: Staples Mill RoadOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 7 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 7 atDestination city: RichmondDestination location: Staples Mill RoadOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 7 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 8 atDestination city: RichmondDestination location: Staples Mill RoadOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 7 atDeparture city: CharlestonDeparture location: Charleston StationArrival time: May 7 atDestination city: RichmondDestination location: Main Street StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Charleston to RichmondAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 7 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Charleston to Richmond: Trip Overview
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Based on 5098 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 $58.00
Amtrak Charleston Richmond recent customer reviews
the service was great just the chair is a little uncomfy
Tri Anh N.
Charleston to Richmond Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Charleston to Richmond was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $84To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charleston to Richmond, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $84 to $793 for a train ticket from Charleston to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $103 which is on 2025-05-07.
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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Richmond, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Charleston and Richmond, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Charleston to Richmond, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.
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