How much is the train ticket from Wilmington to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start at RUB 2,331. The average price for this train route is around RUB 6,165. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Richmond?

The average train trip from Wilmington to Richmond takes 4h 53m and covers 291 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Richmond route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Richmond?

The earliest train from Wilmington to Richmond departs at 4:44am. The latest train departs at 5:04pm.

Train Wilmington to Richmond from RUB 2,162 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Wilmington to Richmond on April 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:16am	Wilmington Station	3h 59m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
1:33pm	Wilmington Station	5h 16m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
1:33pm	Wilmington Station	5h 16m	6:49pm	Main Street Station	No tags
10:16am	Wilmington Station	4h 19m	2:35pm	Main Street Station	No tags
10:16am	Wilmington Station	4h 19m	2:35pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for Wilmington to Richmond on April 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 18m	9:29am	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
	10:16am	Wilmington Station	3h 59m	2:15pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
	5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	10:35am	Wilmington Station	5h 22m	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
	5:11am	Wilmington Station	4h 49m	10:00am	Main Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:38 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington to Richmond

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 4 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 2,331, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

4h 53mAverage Duration

291 kmDistance

26kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 3,023 - RUB 11,512	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 2,331 - RUB 57,131	Average Duration4h 53m	CO₂ emissions 26kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Wilmington, DE and Richmond, VA, US?

Wilmington, DE

A
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5789 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 RUB 2,331

Amtrak Wilmington Richmond recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to Richmond start at RUB 2,331. The average price for this train route is around RUB 6,165. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Wilmington to Richmond?
The average train trip from Wilmington to Richmond takes 4h 53m and covers 291 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Wilmington to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to Richmond?
The earliest train from Wilmington to Richmond departs at 4:44am. The latest train departs at 5:04pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04-20

RUB 8,182

04-21

RUB 4,554

Today

RUB 4,554

04-23

RUB 4,554

04-24

RUB 2,779

04-25

RUB 2,779

04-26

RUB 2,162

04-27

RUB 8,182

The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of RUB 2,162

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

You can expect to pay from RUB 2,162 to RUB 28,095 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 2,162 which is on 2026-04-26.