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 R 2 544, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
2028 kmDistance
51kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 544 - R 11 430Average duration1d 18h
51kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 958 - R 47 623Average 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 differ at the time of your trip.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Austin start from R 3 958. The average price for this train route is around R 9 056. 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 Richmond to Austin?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Austin is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2038 km. The quickest train can get 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
R 41 611
01/12
R 10 692
Today
R 7 590
03/12
R 5 399
04/12
R 6 573
05/12
R 6 573
06/12
R 17 107
07/12
R 18 580
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 399

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 R 5 399 to R 51 777 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 R 5 399, which is on 2025-12-03.

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