How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start from R 497. The average price for this train route is around R 1 330. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Richmond?

The average train journey time from Wilmington to Richmond is 4h 51m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Richmond route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak , Amtrak Acela .

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

The earliest train from Wilmington to Richmond departs at 04:45. And the latest train departs at 16:58.

Which is the best train operator from Wilmington to Richmond?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Richmond?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Richmond?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Train Wilmington to Richmond from R 461 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	4h 51m	18:16	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	4h 51m	18:16	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	16:42	Wilmington Station	4h 57m	21:39	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	4h 51m	18:16	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	09:29	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	05:11	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	13:25	Wilmington Station	5h 24m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures from Wilmington to Richmond on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Train	04:45	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	09:03	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	Train	15:06	Wilmington Station	4h 12m	19:18	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	Train	04:45	Wilmington Station	4h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	Train	10:32	Wilmington Station	5h 25m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	Train	04:45	Wilmington Station	4h 47m	09:32	Main Street Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington 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 5 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 644, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

5h 20mAverage duration

279 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 644 - R 2 755	Average duration5h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 497 - R 9 579	Average duration4h 51m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Richmond, VA, US?

Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, 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

4/55 750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Amtrak Acela

4.5/515 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi4

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start from R 497. The average price for this train route is around R 1 330. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Wilmington to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Wilmington to Richmond is 4h 51m, covering a distance of 295 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Richmond?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Richmond departs at 04:45. And the latest train departs at 16:58.
Which is the best train operator from Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Wilmington to Richmond?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Wilmington to Richmond?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 592

25/01

R 773

Today

R 937

27/01

R 461

28/01

R 461

29/01

R 592

30/01

R 592

31/01

R 937

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 461

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

You can expect to pay from R 461 to R 9 630 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 461, which is on 2026-01-27.