Trains tickets from Boston (MA), US to Richmond (VA), US

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FriApr 25
from $289
SatApr 26
from $230
SunApr 27
from $289
MonApr 28
from $129
TueApr 29
from $129
WedApr 30
from $129
ThuMay 1
from $129
FriMay 2

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston Route 128, MA
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: South Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Main Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Train Boston to Richmond: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$121
Average train trip duration11h 11m
Number of daily trains34
Earliest train departure5:00am
Distance472 miles (761 km)
Latest train departure7:01pm

Boston to Richmond Train

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

Best price found
04/21
$440
04/22
$289
Today
$230
04/24
$289
04/25
$289
04/26
$230
04/27
$289
04/28
$129
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston to Richmond was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $129

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

You can expect to pay from $129 to $601 for a train ticket from Boston to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $129 which is on 2025-04-28.

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 Boston to Richmond 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.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Richmond, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Boston and Richmond 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.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Boston to Richmond while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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