Train from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Durham to Richmond on 17 April
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Durham Station
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Durham Station
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Durham Station
Main Street StationNo tags
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Durham Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
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Durham Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham 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 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just €27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
3h 45mAverage duration
135 milesDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€27 - €96Average duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e
Average price€34 - €142Average duration4h 30m
20kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Durham to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from Durham to Richmond start from €34. The average price for this train route is around €46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Durham to Richmond?

    The average train journey time from Durham to Richmond is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 137 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Durham to Richmond departs at 09:27. And the latest train departs at 10:12.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
14/04
€45
15/04
€45
Today
€85
17/04
€103
18/04
€32
19/04
€35
20/04
No data
21/04
€32
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of €32

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

You can expect to pay from €32 to €111 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €32, which is on 2026-04-18.

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