How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Richmond start at $427. The average price for this train route is around $1,576. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from San Antonio to Richmond?

The average train trip from San Antonio to Richmond takes 2d 11h and covers 2142 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Richmond?

The earliest train from San Antonio to Richmond departs at 6:48am. The latest train departs at 6:48am.

Train San Antonio to Richmond from $411 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Richmond on January 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Richmond on January 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Richmond on January 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:18pm	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Richmond on January 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	Cheapest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 11h	7:47pm	Main Street Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Richmond on January 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Richmond on January 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Richmond on January 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 8h	3:57pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags
6:48am	San Antonio Station	2d 13h	9:39pm	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:47 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio 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 1 day, 16 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $255, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

2146 kmDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$255 - $989	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$427 - $3,477	Average Duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 195kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,707 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5707 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $427

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to Richmond start at $427. The average price for this train route is around $1,576. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Antonio to Richmond?
The average train trip from San Antonio to Richmond takes 2d 11h and covers 2142 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Antonio 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 San Antonio to Richmond?
The earliest train from San Antonio to Richmond departs at 6:48am. The latest train departs at 6:48am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-03

$946

01-04

$862

Today

$596

01-06

$540

01-07

$596

01-08

$571

01-09

$534

01-10

$596

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $534

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

You can expect to pay from $534 to $2,340 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $534 which is on 2026-01-09.