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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 | Burlington Station | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Burlington Station | Staples Mill Road | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Burlington to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 5 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 666, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 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 666
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Burlington, NC, 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 Burlington to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Burlington to Richmond start from R 666. The average price for this train route is around R 1 149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Burlington to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Burlington to Richmond is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 242 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Burlington to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Burlington to Richmond?
The earliest train from Burlington to Richmond departs at 08:46. And the latest train departs at 08:46.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Burlington, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 848To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Burlington, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 848 to R 2 196 for a train ticket from Burlington, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 848, which is on 2025-12-15.
What's the cheapest way to go from Burlington, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Burlington, NC, US and Richmond, VA, 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 R 1 149 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 666. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Richmond, VA, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Burlington, NC, US to Richmond, VA, US in about 4h – that's the fastest way to get there!
