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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Staples Mill Road | Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Main Street Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
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| Train | Staples Mill Road | Union Station | No tags | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just €15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and Washington, DC, US?
Richmond, VA, US
- ARichmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
- B1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
Train Companies
Users appreciate the ease of transportation and helpful service provided. However, there were reports of a morning train being over two hours late and concerns about insufficient air conditioning on both train rides, which made them feel warm.
Amtrak Richmond Washington recent customer reviews
I was traveling with luggage and from what I read l had planned to check my large bag. That wasn't available. Struggled with the bags getting on and off. At 83 that was not pleasant.
Mary C.
We enjoyed the ease of transportation to and from DC. However our morning train was 2 hours and 7 min late. There was also hardly and air on both train rides so it felt very warm on the train rides
Daniel J.
5.30. Quite car. My game when I visit Richmond. Thanks.
Douglas S.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to Washington start from €15. The average price for this train route is around €19. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from Richmond to Washington is 2h 27m, covering a distance of 149 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Richmond to Washington?
The earliest train from Richmond to Washington departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 18:21.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €14To 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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from €14 to €249 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €14, which is on 2026-01-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Richmond, VA, US and Washington, DC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost €19 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from €15. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Washington, DC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Richmond, VA, US to Washington, DC, US in about 2h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!