Train from Richmond, VA, US to Gastonia: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Gastonia on 15 December
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AmtrakTrain
Staples Mill Road
Gastonia StationCheapestFastest
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Staples Mill Road
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Staples Mill Road
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Staples Mill Road
Gastonia StationNo tags
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Staples Mill Road
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Gastonia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gastonia. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8h 5mAverage duration
261 milesDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£52 - £112Average duration8h 5m
10kg CO₂e
Average price£97 - £732Average duration17h 40m
38kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Gastonia start from £97. The average price for this train route is around £150. 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 Gastonia?

    The average train journey time from Richmond to Gastonia is 17h 40m, covering a distance of 260 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Richmond to Gastonia departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 11:06.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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£128
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£212
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£94
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£115
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Gastonia was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of £94

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 Gastonia as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £94 to £665 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Gastonia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £115, which is on 2025-12-15.

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