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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Durham Station | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Staples Mill Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Main Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $39
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Durham to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Richmond start from $39. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to Richmond?
The average train ride duration from Durham to Richmond is 4h 37m, covering a distance of 137 miles (220 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Durham to Richmond route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Durham to Richmond?
The earliest train departs from Durham to Richmond at 9:27am. And the latest train departs at 9:27am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $179 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Durham, NC, 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 $52 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $39. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Richmond, VA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US in about 3h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!
