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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 | Harrisburg, PA | Staples Mill Road | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Main Street Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Main Street Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to Richmond
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 025, 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 1 330
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to Richmond start from R 1 330. The average price for this train route is around R 2 621. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to Richmond?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to Richmond is 8h 1m, covering a distance of 308 km. The quickest train can get you there in 6h 39m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to Richmond?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to Richmond departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 13:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 265To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Harrisburg to Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 265 to R 7 067 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 265, which is on 2025-12-17.
