How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charleston start from R 2 230. The average price for this train route is around R 2 778. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Charleston?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Charleston is 17h 16m, covering a distance of 372 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Charleston route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Charleston?

The earliest train from Richmond to Charleston departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 04:52.

Train Richmond to Charleston from R 2 135 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Charleston on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	17h 16m	21:08	Charleston, WV	CheapestFastest
	Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	17h 16m	21:08	Charleston, WV	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Charleston on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	17h 16m	21:08	Charleston, WV	CheapestFastest
	Train	03:52	Staples Mill Road	17h 16m	21:08	Charleston, WV	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:24 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 426, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

14h 20mAverage duration

381 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 426 - R 3 726	Average duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 230 - R 11 307	Average duration17h 16m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 339

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, WV, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 2 230. The average price for this train route is around R 2 778. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Charleston?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Charleston is 17h 16m, covering a distance of 372 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Charleston route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Charleston?
The earliest train from Richmond to Charleston departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 04:52.

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 135

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, WV, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 135 to R 11 021 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, WV, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 135, which is on 2026-02-04.