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The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC

Showing times and prices for Jun 26

Cheapest price

$75

Average price

$75

Fastest journey

7 h 20 m

Average duration

7 h 20 m

Trains per day

Distance

398 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Richmond, VA for Charlotte, NC on Thu, Jun 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 398 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .

On Thu, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 7 h 20 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.

06:36PM7h20

Richmond, VA

01:56AMCharlotte, NC

$751One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€132 Average price	€54 Average price Cheapest	€397 Average price
9h 38m Average duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 9m Average duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 42m Average duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions	1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC

USA

Trains from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $49 (€40)

Distance

247 miles (398 km)

Average train duration

9h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

$58 (€47)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

7h 20m

First train

09:52

Last train

18:36

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $49 (€40)

Train companies: Amtrak from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC trains

Travel from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC from $46 (€37) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more.

Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 7 h 20 min
Cheapest Price: $46

FAQs: Trains from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC

FAQs: Travel by train from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC.

Cheap train tickets from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC can start from as little as $42 (€34) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC is $96 (€77); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC train travel time is 7 h 20 min for the 247 mile (398 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC leaves at 4: 04 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC leaves at 1: 36 PM.

There are 5 trains a day from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip to Charlotte, NC from Richmond, VA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

The cheapest month to travel from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC by train is March.

You have options as you can travel from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC

Richmond

Charlotte

The major train station for departures in Richmond is Staples Mill Road Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Staples Mill Road Station for your trip from Richmond to Charlotte.

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