Train from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Boston on 30 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Back Bay StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Boston Route 128, MAFastest
AmtrakTrain
Main Street Station
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Main Street Station
Boston Route 128, MANo tags
AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Back Bay StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 22:44 EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day
13h 30mAverage duration
472 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceCHF 48 - CHF 211Average duration13h 30m
19kg CO₂e
Average priceCHF 58 - CHF 419Average duration15h 4m
69kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, 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 Richmond to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Boston start from CHF 58. The average price for this train route is around CHF 91. 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 Richmond to Boston?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Boston is 15h 4m, covering a distance of 468 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 10h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Richmond to Boston departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 17:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
25/04
CHF 330
26/04
CHF 284
Today
CHF 181
28/04
CHF 148
29/04
No data
30/04
CHF 194
01/05
CHF 181
02/05
CHF 181
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of CHF 148

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

You can expect to pay from CHF 148 to CHF 591 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 148, which is on 2026-04-28.

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