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The cheapest and fastest trains from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC

Showing times and prices for Jul 12

Cheapest price

$121

Average price

$121

Fastest journey

7 h 11 m

Average duration

7 h 11 m

Trains per day

Distance

568 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC 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 North Charleston, SC will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Richmond, VA for North Charleston, SC on Sat, Jul 12, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 568 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 11 m .

On Sat, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 7 h 11 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.

05:19PM7h11

Richmond, VA

12:30AMNorth Charleston, SC

$1211One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €94. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €94, and a bus costs an average of €146.

Distance: 352 miles (567 km)

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC

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Trains from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€94) if you book in advance.

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

Distance

352 miles (567 km)

Average train duration

7h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

$117 (€94)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

7h 11m

First train

06:54

Last train

21:49

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC trains

Find the best trains from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC with Omio's travel partners Amtrak from $81 (€65). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

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.

Amtrak from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC train information:

Average Duration: 7 h 11 min
Cheapest Price: $81

FAQs: Trains from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC

FAQs: Travel by train from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC 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 North Charleston, SC.

Cheap train tickets from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC can start from as little as $80 (€64) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC is $108 (€86); 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 North Charleston, SC train travel time is 6 h 59 min for the 352 mile (567 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC leaves at 6: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC leaves at 9: 49 PM.

There are 3 trains a day from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 49 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to North Charleston, SC from Richmond, VA including taking a bus, train or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Richmond, VA to North Charleston, SC

Richmond

North Charleston

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 North Charleston.

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