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

The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Richmond start from £83. The average price for this train route is around £127. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Richmond?

The average train journey time from Atlanta to Richmond is 17h 18m, covering a distance of 468 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Richmond route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Atlanta to Richmond departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Train Atlanta to Richmond from £81 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	19h 20m	18:49	Main Street Station	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Richmond on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	14h 35m	14:04	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	23:29	Peachtree Station	16h 28m	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 14:12 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta 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 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

11h 10mAverage duration

470 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£46 - £144	Average duration11h 10m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£83 - £855	Average duration17h 18m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5620 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 £83

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA 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.

How much does a train ticket cost from Atlanta to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Atlanta to Richmond start from £83. The average price for this train route is around £127. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Atlanta to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Atlanta to Richmond is 17h 18m, covering a distance of 468 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 14h 35m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Atlanta to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Atlanta to Richmond?
The earliest train from Atlanta to Richmond departs at 23:00. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/11

£560

01/12

£217

Today

£90

03/12

£90

04/12

£94

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£92

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£94

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The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £90

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

You can expect to pay from £90 to £743 for a train ticket from Atlanta, GA to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £90, which is on 2025-12-03.