How much is the train ticket from Richmond to Burlington?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Burlington start from R 2 739. The average price for this train route is around R 3 119. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to Burlington?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Burlington is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 849 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Richmond to Burlington departs at 05:35. And the latest train departs at 05:55.

Train Richmond to Burlington from R 3 623 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to Burlington on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:05	Staples Mill Road	18h 22m	00:27	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	Cheapest
07:27	Staples Mill Road	17h	00:27	Burlington International Airport - BTV, VT	Fastest
05:35	Main Street Station	19h 7m	00:42	Pearl St	No tags
05:35	Main Street Station	19h 7m	00:42	Pearl St	No tags
06:54	Main Street Station	17h 48m	00:42	Pearl St	No tags

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Burlington. The journey takes about 16 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 739, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

16h 15mAverage duration

849 kmDistance

77kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 683 - R 3 520	Average duration19h 50m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 739 - R 6 542	Average duration16h 15m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Burlington, VT, US?

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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Burlington, VT, US

A
Burlington Airport

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5618 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 3 771

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Burlington, VT, 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 Richmond to Burlington?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Burlington start from R 2 739. The average price for this train route is around R 3 119. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to Burlington?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Burlington is 16h 15m, covering a distance of 849 km. The quickest train can get you there in 17h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Burlington 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 Richmond to Burlington?
The earliest train from Richmond to Burlington departs at 05:35. And the latest train departs at 05:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

29/11

R 4 341

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R 7 298

02/12

R 4 691

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Burlington, VT, US was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of R 4 341

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 Burlington, VT, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 341 to R 14 683 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Burlington, VT, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 691, which is on 2025-12-02.