Train from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Richmond on 2 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Staples Mill RoadCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Main Street StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Main Street StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Main Street StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Staples Mill RoadNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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 2 days, 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just €128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
2d 19hAverage duration
3681 kmDistance
92kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€128 - €963Average duration2d 19h
92kg CO₂e
Average price€207 - €2,065Average duration2d 22h
334kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?

    The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Richmond start from €207. The average price for this train route is around €353. 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 Los Angeles to Richmond?

    The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Richmond is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3672 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Richmond route?

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

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

    The earliest train from Los Angeles to Richmond departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
30/01
€379
31/01
€323
Today
€315
02/02
€379
03/02
€335
04/02
€317
05/02
€317
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of €315

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

You can expect to pay from €315 to €2,521 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €317, which is on 2026-02-04.

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