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 $264. 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 3:52am. And the latest train departs at 11:06am.

Train Richmond to Greenville from $121 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Richmond to Greenville on January 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:19am	Staples Mill Road	19h 5m	5:24am	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
10:19am	Staples Mill Road	19h 5m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
10:19am	Staples Mill Road	19h 5m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	19h 42m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
9:42am	Main Street Station	19h 42m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Greenville on January 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:42am	Main Street Station	19h 42m	5:24am	Greenville Station	Cheapest
10:19am	Staples Mill Road	19h 5m	5:24am	Greenville Station	Fastest
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
10:19am	Staples Mill Road	19h 5m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Greenville on January 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
4:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags

Next departures for Richmond to Greenville on January 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	CheapestFastest
3:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
3:52am	Staples Mill Road	1d 1h	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags
11:06am	Staples Mill Road	18h 18m	5:24am	Greenville Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:36 AM 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 $58, 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$58 - $219	Average Duration8h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$127 - $888	Average Duration19h 42m	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,721 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5721 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

US train companies: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 $264. 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 3:52am. 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

01/08

$217

01/09

$230

Today

$307

01/11

$140

01/12

$197

01/13

No data

01/14

$161

01/15

No data

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Greenville, SC was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $140

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 $140 to $865 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 $140 which is on 2026-01-11.