Trains tickets from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Staples Mill Road
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Main Street Station
    Arrival time: July 29 at
    Destination city: Raleigh
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Richmond to Raleigh.

Bus
Average Price$30 - $110Average Duration2h 55m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$37 - $133Average Duration7h 40m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Shuttle
Average Price$43 - $43Average Duration2h 30m
7kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Richmond to Raleigh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
2h 55mAverage Duration
$30Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$49
Average train trip duration7h 40m
Number of daily trains4
Earliest train departure6:54am
Distance139 miles (224 km)
Latest train departure4:17pm

Richmond to Raleigh Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/26
$35
07/27
$61
Today
$35
07/29
$35
07/30
$48
07/31
$37
08/01
$35
08/02
$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh was searched and found on Jul 26, 2025 with a price of $35

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $288 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-07-29.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Richmond to Raleigh is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Raleigh you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Richmond and Raleigh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Richmond to Raleigh, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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Train from Raleigh to Richmond, VA, US

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