Train from Rochester, NY, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Rochester to Richmond on December 14
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AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Main Street StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Rochester to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 16 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
16h 5mAverage Duration
626 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$114 - $594Average Duration16h 5m
16kg CO₂e
Average Price$159 - $802Average Duration15h 59m
56kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Rochester to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to Richmond start at $159. The average price for this train route is around $414. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Rochester to Richmond?

    The average train trip from Rochester to Richmond takes 15h 59m and covers 617 km. The quickest train gets you there in 14h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Rochester to Richmond route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Rochester to Richmond?

    The earliest train from Rochester to Richmond departs at 5:40am. The latest train departs at 1:34pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-12
$438
12-13
$529
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12-15
$267
12-16
$284
12-17
$284
12-18
$267
12-19
$399
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $267

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

You can expect to pay from $267 to $1,177 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $267 which is on 2025-12-15.

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