Train from Lancaster, PA, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Lancaster to Richmond on 27 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Lancaster, PA
Staples Mill RoadCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Lancaster, PA
Staples Mill RoadFastest
AmtrakTrain
Lancaster, PA
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Lancaster, PA
Staples Mill RoadNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Lancaster, PA
Staples Mill RoadNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 09:47 EDT.

Get from Lancaster to Richmond

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 7 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 234,880, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
7h 52mAverage duration
292 kmDistance
26kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lancaster, PA, US 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.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Lancaster to Richmond start from COP 234,880. The average price for this train route is around COP 495,529. 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 Lancaster to Richmond?

    The average train journey time from Lancaster to Richmond is 7h 52m, covering a distance of 292 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 8m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route with 8 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Lancaster to Richmond departs at 05:35. And the latest train departs at 21:47.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
24/04
COP 532,905
25/04
COP 485,455
Today
COP 547,505
27/04
COP 222,652
28/04
No data
29/04
COP 186,152
30/04
COP 186,152
01/05
COP 292,003
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lancaster, PA, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 29 Apr 2026 with a price of COP 186,152

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

You can expect to pay from COP 186,152 to COP 1,507,463 for a train ticket from Lancaster, PA, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 186,152, which is on 2026-04-29.

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