Train from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Austin on 3 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Staples Mill Road
Austin, TXCheapest
Amtrak
Staples Mill Road
Austin, TXFastest
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Austin, TXNo tags
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Austin, TXNo tags
Amtrak
Main Street Station
Austin, TXNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
1257 milesDistance
51kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£113 - £506Average duration1d 18h
51kg CO₂e
Average price£176 - £2,108Average duration2d 11h
185kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US by train

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Austin?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Austin start from £176. The average price for this train route is around £401. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Richmond to Austin?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Austin is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1263 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Richmond to Austin departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
30/11
£1,842
01/12
£474
Today
£336
03/12
£239
04/12
£291
05/12
£291
06/12
£757
07/12
£823
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £239

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

You can expect to pay from £239 to £2,291 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £239, which is on 2025-12-03.

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