The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
654 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
Of the 1 trains that leave Charleston, SC for Fredericksburg, VA on Sat, Mar 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 28 the direct trains cover the 654 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
On Sat, Mar 28 the slowest trains will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $114. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $114, and a train costs an average of $132.
Distance: 406 miles (654 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$289 Average price | $222 Average price | $117 Average price Cheapest |
8h 41m Average total duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 50m Average total duration 20h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:34 AM Charleston, SC | 8h15 | 9:49 AM Fredericksburg, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA
Trains from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $132 (€107) but you can travel from only $114 (€92) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:44, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 406 miles (654 km) distance in 8h 12m.
Distance 406 miles (654 km) |
Average train duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $132 (€107) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 12m |
First train 07:44 |
Last train 21:34 |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Charleston, SC and Fredericksburg, VA from $114 (€92). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Fredericksburg, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleston, SC to Fredericksburg, VA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main street.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- Free for passengers
- Located in the main hall
- The station consists of a main hall with adjacent platforms for Amtrak and VRE services.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- VRE: Fredericksburg Line
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