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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 | Austin, TX | Staples Mill Road | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Austin, TX | Staples Mill Road | Fastest |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 027, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5665 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 R 6 246
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Austin to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Austin to Richmond start from R 6 246. The average price for this train route is around R 19 585. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Austin to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Austin to Richmond is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 2035 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Austin to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Austin to Richmond?
The earliest train from Austin to Richmond departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 09:24.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 19 Dec 2025 with a price of R 18 903To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 18 903 to R 40 796 for a train ticket from Austin, TX, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 21 721, which is on 2025-12-23.
