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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 | Austin, TX | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Austin, TX | Staples Mill Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Austin, TX | Staples Mill Road | No tags | ||||
| Train | Austin, TX | Staples Mill Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5756 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 $422
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, 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 Austin to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Richmond start at $422. The average price for this train route is around $583. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Austin to Richmond?
The average train trip from Austin to Richmond takes 2d 8h and covers 2035 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Austin to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Austin to Richmond?
The earliest train from Austin to Richmond departs at 9:24am. The latest train departs at 9:26am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $451To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $451 to $1,966 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $451 which is on 2026-02-09.
