Train from Charlotte, NC to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Charlotte to Richmond on August 13
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Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:25 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Charlotte to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just MAD 325, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
6hAverage Duration
400 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceMAD 325 - MAD 1,160Average Duration6h
10kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceMAD 464 - MAD 2,409Average Duration7h 22m
36kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlotte, NC to Richmond, VA, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Charlotte to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from Charlotte to Richmond start at MAD 464. The average price for this train route is around MAD 552. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Charlotte to Richmond?

    The average train trip from Charlotte to Richmond takes 7h 22m and covers 398 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Charlotte to Richmond route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlotte to Richmond?

    The earliest train from Charlotte to Richmond departs at 5:31am. The latest train departs at 6:45am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
08-10
MAD 1,424
08-11
MAD 807
Today
MAD 513
08-13
MAD 646
08-14
MAD 722
08-15
MAD 646
08-16
MAD 513
08-17
MAD 513
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charlotte, NC to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Aug 12, 2026 with a price of MAD 513

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlotte, NC to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from MAD 513 to MAD 7,652 for a train ticket from Charlotte, NC to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 513 which is on 2026-08-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlotte, NC to Richmond, VA, US?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Charlotte, NC and Richmond, VA, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost MAD 552 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from MAD 464. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Richmond, VA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlotte, NC to Richmond, VA, US in about 6h —that's the fastest way to get there!

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