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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Birmingham Station | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Birmingham Station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Birmingham Station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Birmingham Station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Birmingham Station | Staples Mill Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Birmingham to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 16 hours, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5641 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $221
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham, US 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.
How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to Richmond start at $221. The average price for this train route is around $416. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Birmingham to Richmond?
The average train trip from Birmingham to Richmond takes 22h 23m and covers 958 km. The quickest train gets you there in 19h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to Richmond?
The earliest train from Birmingham to Richmond departs at 5:24pm. The latest train departs at 5:24pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Birmingham, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $184To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham, US to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $184 to $1,160 for a train ticket from Birmingham, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $184 which is on 2025-12-18.
