Trains tickets from Durham (NC), US to Richmond (VA), US

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Today20 May
Tomorrow21 May
from US$48
Thu22 May
from US$40
Fri23 May
from US$49
Sat24 May
from US$63
Sun25 May
from US$49
Mon26 May
from US$38
Tue27 May
from US$63

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One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 21 May at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: 21 May at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 May at
    Departure city: Durham
    Departure location: Durham Station
    Arrival time: 21 May at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Staples Mill Road
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Durham to Richmond

Average priceUS$29 - US$110Average duration3h 45m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$37 - US$96Average duration4h 37m
20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Durham to Richmond

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 4 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just US$37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
4h 37mAverage duration
US$37Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Train Durham to Richmond: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$43
Average train trip duration4h 37m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:22
Distance137 miles
Latest train departure09:27

Durham to Richmond Train

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We make sure you can find a train service from Durham to Richmond from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Discover how much the train trip from Durham to Richmond will cost you. Use our filters and sorting features to find the cheapest train tickets or high-end trains.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Durham - Richmond

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Durham to Richmond cost?

    The average train ticket price from Durham to Richmond is US$43. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Durham to Richmond is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Durham to Richmond?

    A train trip between Durham and Richmond is around 4h 37m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 37m. This is the time it takes to travel the 134 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Durham and Richmond?

    The number of trains from Durham to Richmond can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Durham to Richmond by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
18/05
US$40
19/05
US$127
Today
US$40
21/05
US$48
22/05
US$40
23/05
US$49
24/05
US$63
25/05
US$49
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durham to Richmond was searched and found on 18 May 2025 with a price of US$40

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

You can expect to pay from US$40 to US$127 for a train ticket from Durham to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-05-22.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Durham and Richmond is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Richmond.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Richmond you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Durham and Richmond, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Durham to Richmond and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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