Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Staples Mill Road | Back Bay Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Boston Route 128, MA | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Back Bay Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Boston Route 128, MA | No tags | ||||
| Train | Staples Mill Road | Back Bay Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Boston
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.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Boston, MA, US?
Richmond, VA, US
- ARichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- B1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
Boston, MA, US
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5791 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 CHF 58
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.
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.
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.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Boston route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 20 trains available per day.
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.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 28 Apr 2026 with a price of CHF 148To 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.
