Trains from Washington, DC to Richmond, VA

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TodayNov 22
TomorrowNov 23
from $27
SunNov 24
from $27
MonNov 25
from $27
TueNov 26
from $27
WedNov 27
from $48
ThuNov 28
from $18
FriNov 29
from $27

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: November 23 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: November 23 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: November 23 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: November 23 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: November 23 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: November 23 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

Train Washington to Richmond: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$21
Average train trip duration2h 15m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:00am
Distance93 miles (149 km)
Latest train departure7:24pm

Washington to Richmond Trains

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Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Richmond from Washington, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington - Richmond

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/20
$27
11/21
$27
Today
$37
11/23
$27
11/24
$27
11/25
$27
11/26
$27
11/27
$48
The cheapest trip from Washington to Richmond was searched and found on Nov 20, 2024 with a price of $27

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

You can expect to pay from $27 to $332 for a train ticket from Washington to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2024-11-23.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Washington and Richmond is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Richmond.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Richmond, 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.

By choosing the train between Washington and Richmond, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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

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What's the cheapest way to go from Washington to Richmond?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Washington and Richmond is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $21 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $20. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Richmond, choose the train, as it will take you from Washington to Richmond in about 2h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Richmond to Washington

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