How much is the train ticket from Princeton to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Richmond start from R 1 353. The average price for this train route is around R 3 642. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Princeton to Richmond?

The average train journey time from Princeton to Richmond is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 394 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 57m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Princeton to Richmond 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 Princeton to Richmond?

The earliest train from Princeton to Richmond departs at 08:17. And the latest train departs at 10:00.

Train Princeton to Richmond from R 1 287 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Princeton to Richmond on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	08:17	Princeton Junction Station	6h 17m	14:34	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
	Train	08:17	Princeton Junction Station	6h 17m	14:34	Staples Mill Road	No tags

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Get from Princeton to Richmond

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 6 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 353, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 17mAverage duration

394 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 654 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5654 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 1 353

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Princeton, NJ, US to Richmond, VA, US 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 Princeton to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Princeton to Richmond start from R 1 353. The average price for this train route is around R 3 642. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Princeton to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Princeton to Richmond is 6h 17m, covering a distance of 394 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 57m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Princeton to Richmond 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 Princeton to Richmond?
The earliest train from Princeton to Richmond departs at 08:17. And the latest train departs at 10:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

16/12

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17/12

R 2 419

Today

R 2 556

19/12

R 4 871

20/12

No data

21/12

R 3 671

22/12

R 3 671

23/12

R 4 477

The cheapest trip from Princeton, NJ, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 419

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 419 to R 8 250 for a train ticket from Princeton, NJ, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 671, which is on 2025-12-21.