How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Charleston?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charleston start from $243. The average price for this train route is around $243. 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 Charleston?

The average train ride duration from Richmond to Charleston is 15h 31m, covering a distance of 231 miles (372 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Richmond to Charleston route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Charleston?

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

Train Richmond to Charleston from $159 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Charleston on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:42am	Main Street Station	10h 41m	8:23pm	Charleston, WV	CheapestFastest
		9:42am	Main Street Station	10h 41m	8:23pm	Charleston, WV	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:01 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Richmond to Charleston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 14 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

14h 20mAverage Duration

236 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $249	Average Duration14h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$243 - $673	Average Duration15h 31m	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,682 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5682 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 $103

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 Charleston, WV, 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 Charleston?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Charleston start from $243. The average price for this train route is around $243. 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 Charleston?
The average train ride duration from Richmond to Charleston is 15h 31m, covering a distance of 231 miles (372 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Richmond to Charleston route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Richmond to Charleston?
The earliest train departs from Richmond to Charleston at 4:52am. And the latest train departs at 4:52am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/25

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12/26

$133

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12/28

$159

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Charleston, WV, US was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $133

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 $133 to $707 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 $159 which is on 2025-12-28.