How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Greenville?

The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Greenville start from R 1 394. The average price for this train route is around R 1 732. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Greenville?

The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Greenville is 8h 32m, covering a distance of 498 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 32m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Greenville route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Greenville?

The earliest train from Charlottesville to Greenville departs at 20:52. And the latest train departs at 20:52.

Train Charlottesville to Greenville from R 1 326 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Charlottesville to Greenville on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	8h 32m	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	8h 32m	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	8h 32m	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	9h 32m	06:24	Greenville Station	No tags
Train	20:52	Charlottesville Station	8h 32m	05:24	Greenville Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville to Greenville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Greenville. The journey takes about 8 hours 32 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 394, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

8h 32mAverage duration

498 kmDistance

45kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 544 - R 5 383	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 394 - R 3 585	Average duration8h 32m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 394

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to Greenville, SC by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Charlottesville to Greenville?
The cheapest train tickets from Charlottesville to Greenville start from R 1 394. The average price for this train route is around R 1 732. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Charlottesville to Greenville?
The average train journey time from Charlottesville to Greenville is 8h 32m, covering a distance of 498 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Charlottesville to Greenville route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Charlottesville to Greenville?
The earliest train from Charlottesville to Greenville departs at 20:52. And the latest train departs at 20:52.

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Greenville, SC was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 326

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Charlottesville to Greenville, SC as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 326 to R 8 385 for a train ticket from Charlottesville to Greenville, SC based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 326, which is on 2025-12-18.

What's the cheapest way to go from Charlottesville to Greenville, SC?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 1h	Avg priceR 1 802	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time8h 32m	Avg priceR 1 732	Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Charlottesville and Greenville, SC is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 1 732 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 394. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Greenville, SC, choose the train, as it will take you from Charlottesville to Greenville, SC in about 8h 32m – that's the fastest way to get there!