How much is the train ticket from Washington to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Richmond start at $25. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Washington to Richmond?

The average train trip from Washington to Richmond takes 2h 16m and covers 149 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Richmond route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Richmond?

The earliest train from Washington to Richmond departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Train Washington to Richmond from $22 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:50pm	Union Station	2h 8m	4:58pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	2:50pm	Union Station	2h 8m	4:58pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	5:10pm	Union Station	2h 8m	7:18pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	5:10pm	Union Station	2h 8m	7:18pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	7:00pm	Union Station	2h 15m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00pm	Union Station	2h 15m	9:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Union Station	2h 3m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Union Station	2h 3m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Union Station	2h 11m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Union Station	2h 11m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Union Station	2h 11m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Union Station	2h 11m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:10pm	Union Station	2h 11m	9:21pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	7:20am	Union Station	2h 9m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Richmond on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:50pm	Union Station	2h 8m	4:58pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Union Station	2h 3m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Union Station	2h 3m	9:03am	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	9:59am	Union Station	2h 12m	12:11pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington 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 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day

2h 5mAverage Duration

157 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $198	Average Duration2h 5m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$25 - $126	Average Duration2h 16m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Richmond, VA, US?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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 $25

Amtrak Washington Richmond recent customer reviews

The train kept delaying for hours and I couldn’t exchange my ticket for another ride

Kieanna W.

November 17, 2023

Excelent service

Luis M.

July 7, 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Richmond start at $25. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Washington to Richmond?
The average train trip from Washington to Richmond takes 2h 16m and covers 149 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Richmond?
The earliest train from Washington to Richmond departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 7:24pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-11

$22

12-12

$43

Today

$22

12-14

$54

12-15

$22

12-16

$22

12-17

$22

12-18

$22

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $22

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

You can expect to pay from $22 to $402 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Richmond, VA, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel time2h 5m	Avg Price$43	Daily Departures36
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel time2h 16m	Avg Price$30	Daily Departures12

The best way to travel between Washington, DC, US 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 $30 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $25. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Richmond, VA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington, DC, US to Richmond, VA, US in about 2h 5m —that's the fastest way to get there!