How much does a train ticket cost from Richmond to Syracuse?

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Syracuse start from £90. The average price for this train route is around £235. 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 Syracuse?

The average train journey time from Richmond to Syracuse is 14h 24m, covering a distance of 383 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 54m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to Syracuse route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Syracuse?

The earliest train from Richmond to Syracuse departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 14:11.

Train Richmond to Syracuse from £86 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Richmond to Syracuse on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:27	Staples Mill Road	14h 24m	21:51	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	06:05	Staples Mill Road	12h 54m	18:59	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	14h 7m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	14h 7m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	16h 59m	21:51	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Syracuse on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:27	Staples Mill Road	14h 24m	21:51	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	16h 59m	21:51	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	16h 59m	21:51	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	07:27	Staples Mill Road	14h 24m	21:51	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	07:27	Staples Mill Road	14h 24m	21:51	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to Syracuse on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:26	Staples Mill Road	14h 25m	21:51	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
Train	08:23	Staples Mill Road	13h 28m	21:51	Amtrak Station	Fastest
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	14h 7m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	14h 7m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags
Train	04:52	Staples Mill Road	14h 7m	18:59	Amtrak Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Syracuse

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Syracuse. The journey takes about 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

13h 50mAverage duration

388 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£61 - £335	Average duration13h 50m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£90 - £929	Average duration14h 24m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Syracuse, US?

Richmond, VA, US

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Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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B
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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Syracuse, US

A
Regional Transportation Center
1 Walsh Circle Ste 30, Syracuse, NY 13208
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B
Syracuse Airport
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,659 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5659 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 £90

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Syracuse, 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 Syracuse?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Syracuse start from £90. The average price for this train route is around £235. 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 Syracuse?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Syracuse is 14h 24m, covering a distance of 383 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 54m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Syracuse route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Syracuse?
The earliest train from Richmond to Syracuse departs at 04:52. And the latest train departs at 14:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

17/12

£184

18/12

£251

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22/12

£260

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24/12

£235

The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Syracuse, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of £184

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 Syracuse, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £184 to £724 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Syracuse, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £235, which is on 2025-12-24.