Train from Washington, DC, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Richmond on 13 December
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AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Staples Mill RoadCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Staples Mill RoadFastest
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Union Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
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Union Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 358, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day
2h 5mAverage duration
157 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceR 358 - R 2 419Average duration2h 5m
4kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceR 295 - R 1 545Average duration2h 16m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Washington to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Richmond start from R 295. The average price for this train route is around R 364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Washington to Richmond is 2h 16m, covering a distance of 149 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest train from Washington to Richmond departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 19:24.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 260
11/12
R 260
Today
R 520
13/12
R 659
14/12
R 659
15/12
R 260
16/12
R 260
17/12
R 260
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 260

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 R 260 to R 4 919 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 R 260, which is on 2025-12-15.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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 R 364 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 295. 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!

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