How much is the train ticket from El Paso to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to Richmond start from R 6 152. The average price for this train route is around R 7 038. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from El Paso to Richmond?

The average train journey time from El Paso to Richmond is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 2719 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the El Paso to Richmond route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from El Paso to Richmond?

The earliest train from El Paso to Richmond departs at 15:45. And the latest train departs at 15:45.

Train El Paso to Richmond from R 5 267 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from El Paso to Richmond on 23 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 22h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
Train	15:45	Union Depot	2d 22h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	3d 1h	19:28	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	3d 1h	19:28	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	15:45	Union Depot	3d 1h	19:28	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:47 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from El Paso 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 1 day, 22 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 981, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 22hAverage duration

2713 kmDistance

68kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 981 - R 8 396	Average duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 68kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 6 152 - R 10 615	Average duration3d 1h	CO₂ emissions 247kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 761 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5761 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 6 152

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, 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 El Paso to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from El Paso to Richmond start from R 6 152. The average price for this train route is around R 7 038. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from El Paso to Richmond?
The average train journey time from El Paso to Richmond is 3d 1h, covering a distance of 2719 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the El Paso to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from El Paso to Richmond?
The earliest train from El Paso to Richmond departs at 15:45. And the latest train departs at 15:45.

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The cheapest trip from El Paso, US to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 23 Feb 2026 with a price of R 5 267

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 267 to R 31 268 for a train ticket from El Paso, US to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 267, which is on 2026-02-23.